It is advised to take
Olmesar-M 50 Tablet ER with food at a fixed time each day to maintain
consistent levels of medicine in the blood. Keep taking it for as long
as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this
medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms.
If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with
regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will
also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while
taking this medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine
include nausea, diarrhea, headache, decreased blood pressure, weakness,
and increased potassium level in blood. It is advised to avoid potassium
rich food and supplements while taking this medicine. It may cause
dizziness, avoid driving or rise slowly from the sitting position. You
may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, blood sugar
level, kidney functioning, urea, or electrolytes level during the
treatment.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any
liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also
consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also
need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially
those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.