Olegard Ch 40/12.5 Mg Tablet 10

Olegard Ch Tablet is an antihypertensive medication. It is used for the management of high blood pressure. It contains a combination of olmesartan and chlorthalidone as active substances.

Olegard Ch Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels and reducing fluid volume, which helps to lower blood pressure. Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own.

Before starting Olegard Ch Tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.

Dosage

Overdose

• Symptoms of overdose of Olegard Ch Tablet may include dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, and low blood pressure.
• If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much Olegard Ch Tablet, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

• If you have missed taking any dose of Olegard Ch Tablet, take it as soon as you remember.
• If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule.
• Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for a missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Olegard Ch Tablet works by the combined action of both its components -olmesartan and chlorthalidone.
• Olmesartan is an angiotensin-II receptor antagonist. Angiotensin II is a chemical produced in the body which causes blood vessels to narrow, thus increasing blood pressure. Olmesartan works by blocking the effect of angiotensin II, which lowers blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels.
• Chlorthalidone prevents the reabsorption of sodium and chloride by blocking the sodium/chloride symporter. This reduces the plasma and extracellular fluid volume which thereby lowers the blood pressure.

Directions for Use

• Olegard Ch Tablet should be taken exactly as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow it whole with a glass of water.
• Do not cut, break, or chew the medicine.
• Take it at a fixed time for optimal benefits.
• You should not consume more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Olegard Ch Tablet during pregnancy?

Olegard Ch Tablet should not be taken during pregnancy. When pregnancy is detected, stop taking this medicine immediately and contact your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or you are planning to have a baby.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Olegard Ch Tablet while breastfeeding?

No information is available if Olegard Ch Tablet passes into human breast milk. Thus this medicine is not recommended for use while breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding/lactating.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Olegard Ch Tablet?

Olegard Ch Tablet may cause dizziness or fatigue. If you experience any such effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is suggested to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Olegard Ch Tablet?

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Olegard Ch Tablet as it may worsen the side effects of this medicine such as dizziness.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You suffer from any heart diseases.
• You have problems with your kidney or liver.
• You have diarrhoea, vomiting, or are dehydrated.
• You have low blood pressure.
• You are on treatment with high doses of water pills (furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide).
• You are on a low-salt diet.
• Your doctor has told you that you have high blood potassium levels.
• You have problems with your adrenal glands.
• You are taking other medicines to treat high blood pressure like ramipril, lisinopril, aliskiren, etc.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to Olmesartan, chlorthalidone, or any other ingredients of Olegard Ch Tablet.
• If you are taking any medicine containing aliskiren. If you are not sure what these medicines are, please confirm with your doctor.
• If you are pregnant for over 3-months.
• If you have jaundice or diabetes.
• If you have problems with your gallbladder.
• If you have any kidney disease.
• If your urine output in 24 hours is very low (less than 100ml).

Side effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhoea

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Olegard Ch Tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
• Especially if you are taking medicines to treat heart problems, or are taking other medicines to treat high blood pressure, potassium supplements, painkillers, amiloride, spironolactone, lithium, or colesevelam (used to reduce cholesterol and fatty substances in the blood).

Storage and disposal

• Store Olegard Ch Tablets in a cool and dry place.
• Keep the medicine away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the use of Olegard Ch Tablet?

Olegard Ch Tablet is used for the management of high blood pressure.

What is the composition of Olegard Ch Tablet?

Olegard Ch Tablet is a combination medicine containing Olmesartan and chlorthalidone as active substances.

How to take Olegard Ch?

• Take Olegard Ch Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor.
• Swallow it whole with a glass of water.
• Do not cut, break, or chew the medicine.
• Take it at a fixed time for optimal benefits.
• You should not consume more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.

When to take Olegard Ch?

You should take Olegard Ch Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. However, it is preferable to take this medicine at a fixed time for optimal benefits.