Manufacturer: Lupin Ltd
Salt Composition : Olmesartan Medoxomil(40mg)
Strip of 15 Tablet
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Pinom 40 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. Dizziness, particularly after the first dose, is known to occur in some people. This may be associated with headache. Let your doctor know if this bothers you or does not go away.
Pinom 40 Tablet is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It relaxes the blood vessel by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently.
Olmesartan shows linear pharmacokinetics following single oral doses of up to 320 mg and multiple oral doses of up to 80 mg. Steady-state levels of olmesartan are achieved within 3 to 5 days and no accumulation in plasma occurs with once-daily dosing.
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
Common side effects of Pinom
Cough
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Flu-like symptoms
Headache
Indigestion
Nausea
Runny nose
Sore throat
Stomach pain
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Olmesartan Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Diabetes
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Low Blood Pressure
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Pinom 40 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.
Pinom 40 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pinom 40 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Olmesartan is indicated for the treatment of hypertension either alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents.
OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL may interact with other antihypertensives (enalapril, lisinopril, ramipril, and aliskiren), potassium supplements, blood thinner (heparin), a medicine used to treat depression (lithium), non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (ibuprofen, aceclofenac, and diclofenac), a lipid-lowering drug (colesevelam) and certain antacid (cimetidine, ranitidine).
Do not chew, crush or break it. Pinom 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Pinom 40 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down for a long time.
Your doctor may get regular tests done to monitor the level of urea, creatinine, and potassium in your blood.
Avoid taking anti-inflammatory medicines such as ibuprofen along with this medicine without consulting your doctor.
It may increase the level of potassium in the blood. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana fruit juice, coconut water, and broccoli.
Do not take Pinom 40 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not stop taking it suddenly without talking to your doctor.
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. Pinom 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Can I feel dizzy after taking Pinom 40 Tablet?
Yes, the use of Pinom 40 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.
Q. How long does it take for Pinom 40 Tablet to work?
You may notice a decrease in your blood pressure effectively within 2 weeks of starting Pinom 40 Tablet. However, it may take about 8 weeks to see the full benefits of this medicine.
Q. What are some lifestyle changes to make while using Pinom 40 Tablet?
Making lifestyle changes while taking Pinom 40 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.
Q. Does Pinom 40 Tablet have a diuretic?
Pinom 40 Tablet does not have a diuretic. Pinom 40 Tablet is a medicine used to lower high blood pressure. It belongs to a group of medicines called angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). These medicines lower blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels. When prescribed by a doctor, Pinom 40 Tablet can also be combined with a diuretic for providing additional benefit in the reduction of blood pressure.
Q. At what time of the day should you take Pinom 40 Tablet?
Your doctor may suggest to take your first dose before bedtime, considering that this medicine can make you feel dizzy. After the very first dose you can take Pinom 40 Tablet at any time of the day. It is important to take this medicine at the same time every day.
Q. For how long do I need to take Pinom 40 Tablet? Is it safe to take long term?
You may have to take Pinom 40 Tablet life long. Pinom 40 Tablet controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Do not stop taking it even if your blood pressure is well controlled. Pinom 40 Tablet is generally considered safe to be taken for 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 a track of how well your kidneys are working, your doctor may prescribe regular blood tests to check urea, creatinine and potassium levels.
Q. Can Pinom 40 Tablet cause weight gain?
No, Pinom 40 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 Pinom 40 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.
Q. Can I take Pinom 40 Tablet before surgery?
Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Pinom 40 Tablet 24 hours before surgery. This is because Pinom 40 Tablet can further reduce your blood pressure when used with anesthetics. So, tell your doctor that you are taking Pinom 40 Tablet if you will be given general anesthetics (medicines that put you to sleep) or are scheduled to have any surgery.
