Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet
Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet is a combination of medicines used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) when a single medication is not effective. It helps lower high blood pressure, thus reducing the chances of future heart attack and stroke.
Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet should be taken with food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. It contains a diuretic (water pill) and will make you urinate more, so it is best to avoid taking this medicine within four hours of going to bed. Employ this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it, even if you feel well. High blood pressure does not usually have symptoms, and if you stop taking it, your risk of heart attack or stroke may increase.
The most common side effects of this medicine include ankle swelling, headache, dizziness, vertigo, tiredness, and altered taste. Consult your doctor if any of these bother you, or get worse, or won't go away. Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine to overcome muscle weakness, dry mouth, and extreme thirst.
Earlier 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. You should have your blood pressure, kidney function, level of electrolytes, and blood sugar level checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet is to be taken with food.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Olmibite-Trio
Ankle swelling
Headache
Dizziness
Fatiguedness
Palpitations
Sleepiness
Glucose intolerance
Taste change
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Agitated stomach
Reviseed blood lipid level
Vertigo
Increased uric acid level in blood
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Employ of Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet is not recommended in these patients.
Liver
CAUTION
Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Employ of Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
FAQs:
What is Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet used for?
Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It helps relax blood vessels, reduce extra water in the body, and improve blood flow. All this together helps lower blood pressure effectively.
When should I avoid taking Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet?
You should avoid taking Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, have severe kidney or liver disease, had a recent heart attack or suffer from serious heart failure, have a condition where you stop producing urine (anuria), have low levels of potassium or sodium, or high calcium or uric acid (like in gout) and/or are allergic to any ingredient in the Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet.
What are the common side effects of Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet?
Some people may experience dizziness, swelling in the legs, tiredness, or increased urination. If any side effects bother you or worsen, consult your doctor.
What are the most serious side effects of Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet?
You should stop using Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet and seek medical help if you notice serious side effects such as severe dizziness or fainting, muscle cramps or irregular heartbeat (can be due to low potassium), yellowing of eyes or skin (signs of liver trouble), sudden weight gain or swelling (signs of kidney issues), skin rash, itching, or trouble breathing (possible allergic reaction), etc.
Can I stop taking Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet if I feel better?
No. You should never stop taking Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet without consulting your doctor. High blood pressure often has no symptoms, and stopping the medicine suddenly may cause complications.
Can I take Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet if I have kidney or liver problems?
Taking Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet in severe liver or kidney issues may cause harm. If you have kidney or liver issues, talk to your doctor before taking Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet. Your doctor may adjust the dose or suggest alternative medicine based on your condition.
Does Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet cause frequent urination?
Affirmative, one ingredient in Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet, chlorthalidone, is a water pill (diuretic), which increases urine output. You may urinate more often, especially after the first few doses.
Can Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet affect blood sugar or cholesterol?
Affirmative, Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet may increase blood sugar, uric acid, or cholesterol levels. If you have diabetes or gout, your doctor will monitor you more closely.
Can Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet make me feel dizzy or weak?
Affirmative, Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet may cause dizziness, especially when standing up too quickly. It’s best to stand slowly and avoid driving or using machines until you know how the medicine affects you.
When does Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet start to show results?
The exact time Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet takes to show results is not known. However, you may expect a control in your blood pressure in a few days of regular prescribed use. The full benefits may take a bit longer depending on the severity of your condition.
Are there any foods or medicines I should avoid while taking Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet?
While on Olmibite-Trio 12.5 Tablet treatment, you should avoid taking salt substitutes high in potassium, grapefruit juice (it may increase side effects), and other blood pressure medicines or diuretics without your doctor’s advice. Also tell your doctor if you take medicines for heart problems, diabetes, gout, or anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen.
Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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