Olkem Cl Tablet
By ALKEM LABORATORIES LTD
10 Tablet(s) in Strip
MRP ₹94.28*
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Olkem Cl Tablet Description
Olkem Cl Tablet is an antihypertensive medication. It contains a combination of cilnidipine and olmesartan as active substances. Olkem Cl Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure. It lo
wers the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels. Take Olkem Cl Tablet in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. Before starting Olkem Cl Tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.
Product Summary
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Contains | Cilnidipine(10.0 Mg) + Olmesartan Medoxomil(20.0 Mg) |
Uses | High blood pressure |
Side effects | Headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea, diarrhoea |
Therapy | ANTI-HYPERTENSIVE |
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Uses of Olkem Cl Tablet
Olkem Cl Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure in adults and in children above 6 years of age.
Contraindications of Olkem Cl Tablet
- If you are allergic to cilnidipine, olmesartan, or any of the other ingredients of Olkem Cl Tablet.
- If you are being treated with a blood pressure lowering medicine containing aliskiren. If you are not sure what this medicine is, please confirm with your doctor.
- If you are more than 3 months pregnant.
- If you have jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes) or problems with the drainage of bile from the gallbladder (biliary obstruction, like gallstones).
- If you have diabetes.
- If you have kidney problems.
Side effects of Olkem Cl Tablet
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
Precautions and Warnings of Olkem Cl Tablet
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Olkem Cl Tablet during pregnancy?
A:
Limited information is available on the effect of Olkem Cl Tablet in human pregnancy. Hence, this medicine should not be used in pregnancy. Olkem Cl Tablet is contraindicated for use in the last 6 months of pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Olkem Cl Tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
No information is available if Olkem Cl Tablet passes into the human breast milk. This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Olkem Cl Tablet?
A:
Olkem Cl Tablet may cause dizziness or tiredness. If you experience any such effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Olkem Cl Tablet?
A:
There is limited information available on the interaction of alcohol with Olkem Cl Tablet. Ask your doctor for advice on alcohol intake along with this medicine.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are taking medicines like ACE inhibitors (enalapril, lisinopril, ramipril), aliskiren, or diuretics (water tablets).
- You have kidney or liver problems.
- You have heart failure or problems with your heart valves or heart muscle.
- You have severe vomiting or diarrhoea.
- You are on a low salt diet.
- You have problems with your adrenal glands.
- You experience diarrhoea that is severe, persistent and causes substantial weight loss after using this medicine.
- You think you are pregnant, might become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
- You have low blood pressure.
Mode of Action of Olkem Cl Tablet
How Does It Work?
- Olkem Cl Tablet contains a combination of cilnidipine and olmesartan as active substances.
- Cilnidipine is a calcium channel blocker that blocks the incoming calcium and prevents the contraction of blood vessels. This helps to reduce blood pressure.
- Olmesartan blocks all the actions of a chemical called angiotensin II which helps to relax the blood vessels and thereby lowers blood pressure.
Directions for Use of Olkem Cl Tablet
- Take Olkem Cl Tablet as a whole with sufficient water.
- Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not cut, break, or chew the medicine.
- Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.
- Do not discontinue the medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.
Interactions of Olkem Cl Tablet
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Olkem Cl Tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- The effect of Olkem Cl Tablet may be increased when taken along with other blood pressure lowering medicines.
- Do not take this medicine if you are taking an ACE inhibitor like captopril or aliskiren (used to lower high blood pressure).
- The levels of potassium in your blood may be increased when potassium supplements, salt substitutes that contain potassium, water tablets (diuretics), or heparin (used for thinning
- the blood) is used along with this medicine.
- Lithium (used to treat mood swings and some mental disorders) used at the same time as Olkem Cl Tablet may increase the toxicity of lithium.
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (used to relieve pain, swelling, and inflammation) used along with Olkem Cl Tablet may increase the risk of kidney failure.
- Particular care should be taken if you are taking colesevelam (used to lower the level of cholesterol in your blood), certain antacids (used to treat indigestion), aldesleukin (used to treat advanced kidney cancer), quinidine (used for treating abnormal/irregular heartbeats), phenytoin (used to treat fits/seizures), rifampicin (used to treat tuberculosis), erythromycin (used for the treatment of bacterial infections), and anti-psychotic medicines (used to treat mental disorders)....
Storage and disposal of Olkem Cl Tablet
- Store Olkem Cl Tablet in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Olkem Cl Tablet
Overdose
If you think you have taken too much of Olkem Cl Tablet, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose of Olkem Cl Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Olkem Cl Tablet used for?
A: Olkem Cl Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure in adults and in children above 6 years of age.
Q: How to take Olkem Cl Tablet?
- Take Olkem Cl Tablet as a whole with sufficient water.
- Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not cut, break, or chew the medicine.
- Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.
- Do not discontinue the medicine on your own without consulting your doctor.
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Product Details
Brand
OLKEM CL
Country of Origin
India
Expires on or After
02/02/2025
Manufacturer Details
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