Olsertain 20 Tablet is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist that blocks the action of a hormone called angiotensin I in the body that causes narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure-lowering high blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels. Olsertain 20 Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective.

FAQs

How does Olsertain 20 Tablet work?

Olsertain 20 Tablet is a type of blood pressure-lowering medicine called an angiotensin receptor blocker. Olsertain 20 Tablet relaxes and widens your blood vessels. This lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.

I am pregnant, so can I take Olsertain 20 Tablet ?

No, Olsertain 20 Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy especially in the second and third trimesters as it may harm the developing baby. Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking Olsertain 20 Tablet .

Can I stop taking Olsertain 20 Tablet when my blood pressure is under control?

No, you are advised to inform your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before stopping the Olsertain 20 Tablet . Depending upon your current blood pressure readings, there is a possibility your doctor may lower your medicine dosage and not recommend to discontinue it.

Can I take potassium supplements with Olsertain 20 Tablet ?

Olsertain 20 Tablet may interact with potassium supplements resulting in hyperkalemia (high level of potassium in the blood). It may cause severe adverse effects such as irregular heartbeat, muscle paralysis, and kidney failure.

Can I drive after taking Olsertain 20 Tablet ?

Olsertain 20 Tablet causes dizziness and sleepiness. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or sleepy.

What will happen if I miss a dose of Olsertain 20 Tablet ?

Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Can I take painkiller like aspirin with Olsertain 20 Tablet ?

No, you are not recommended to take aspirin with Olsertain 20 Tablet as coadministration of these two medicines may reduce the effect of Olsertain 20 Tablet and increases the risk of impaired kidney function. If you are supposed to use these medicines together, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dose may be adjusted to use safely.

Will I need to stop Olsertain 20 Tablet before surgery?

Your doctor may probably tell you to stop taking Olsertain 20 Tablet as it lowers blood pressure (hypotension) when combined with general anaesthesia before surgery. So, please inform your doctor before surgery if you are taking Olsertain 20 Tablet .