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Oznil 20mg Tablet is a product of Nilrise Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Composition: Olmesartan Medoxomil (20mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Oznil 20mg Tablet

Description:

Oznil 20mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). Lowering blood pressure helps prevent future heart attacks and strokes. This medicine is also effective in preserving kidney function in patients with diabetes.

Oznil 20mg Tablet may be prescribed either alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food during the day or at night. However, try to take it at about the same time each day to get the maximum benefit. It is important to continue taking it regularly even if you feel well or if your blood pressure is controlled. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse.


Making some changes in your lifestyle will also help lower your blood pressure. These may include regular exercise, losing weight, smoking cessation, reducing alcohol intake, and reducing the amount of salt in your diet as advised by your doctor. This medicine is tolerated well by most patients and has few side effects. However, some may experience side effects like dizziness, cough, diarrhea, indigestion, nausea, and a runny nose, particularly after the first dose. Let your doctor know if this bothers you or does not go away.


Earlier taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine. Your doctor may check your kidney function, blood pressure, and potassium levels in your blood at regular intervals while you are taking this medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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. Oznil 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without 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 Oznil

  • Cough
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Flu-like symptoms
  • Headache
  • Indigestion
  • Blood in urine
  • Chest pain
  • Nausea
  • Runny nose
  • Sore throat
  • Stomach pain
  • Muscle pain
  • Joint inflammation

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Oznil 20mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Oznil 20mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Oznil 20mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Oznil 20mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Oznil 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment. Employ of Oznil 20mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Oznil 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild liver disease.

FAQs:

Can I feel dizzy after taking Oznil 20mg Tablet?

Affirmative, the use of Oznil 20mg Tablet can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly get up from a lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.

How long does it take for Oznil 20mg Tablet to work?

You may notice a decrease in your blood pressure within 1 week of starting Oznil 20mg Tablet. However, it may take about 2 weeks to see the full benefits of this medicine.

What are some lifestyle changes to make while using Oznil 20mg Tablet?

Making lifestyle changes while taking Oznil 20mg Tablet can boost your health. Avoid smoking, as smoking increases your risk of having a heart attack and stroke. If you are overweight or obese, try to lose weight. You should maintain a healthy diet by including fruits and vegetables in your meals. Regular exercise can make your heart strong and reduce the risk of a heart attack.

Does Oznil 20mg Tablet have a diuretic?

Oznil 20mg Tablet does not have a diuretic. Oznil 20mg Tablet is a medicine used to lower high blood pressure. It belongs to a group of medicines called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARB). These medicines lower blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels. When prescribed by a doctor, Oznil 20mg Tablet can also be combined with a diuretic to provide additional benefit in the reduction of blood pressure.

At what time of the day should you take Oznil 20mg Tablet?

Your doctor may suggest taking your first dose before bedtime, considering that this medicine can make you feel dizzy. After the very first dose, you can take Oznil 20mg Tablet at any time of the day. It is important to take this medicine at the same time every day.

For how long do I need to take Oznil 20mg Tablet? Is it safe to take long-term?

You may have to take Oznil 20mg Tablet life long. Oznil 20mg Tablet controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Do not stop taking it even if your blood pressure is well controlled. Oznil 20mg Tablet is generally considered safe to be taken for the long term. In some cases, long-term use may adversely affect the kidneys, and the kidneys may not function as they should. Therefore, to keep track of how well your kidneys are working, your doctor may prescribe regular blood tests to check urea, creatinine, and potassium levels.

Can Oznil 20mg Tablet cause weight gain?

No, Oznil 20mg Tablet does not cause weight gain. However, in very rare cases, chronic diarrhea with substantial weight loss may occur. If a patient develops diarrhea while taking Oznil 20mg Tablet and no other cause of diarrhea can be deduced, then the doctor may advise the patient to discontinue it immediately and recommend another medicine.

Can I take Oznil 20mg Tablet before surgery?

Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Oznil 20mg Tablet 24 hours before surgery. This is because Oznil 20mg Tablet can further reduce your blood pressure when used with anesthetics. So, tell your doctor that you are taking Oznil 20mg Tablet if you will be given general anesthetics (medicines that put you to sleep) or are scheduled to have any surgery.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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