Olmekar 40/5 TM
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Active ingredients: olmesartan + amlodipine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: OLMEKAR 40/5 olmesartan medoxomil 40 mg / amlodipine (as besilate) 5 mg tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
It is indicated for the treatment of hypertension. Treatment should not be initiated with this fixed-dose combination (see Dosage and Administration).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Light yellow, round, biconvex, film-coated tablets debossed with L77 on one side and plain on other side
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 10 tablets pack
- 30 tablets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient olmesartan + amlodipine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
