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Olsertain 20 Tablet 15's, Pack of 15 TabletS
Olsertain 20 Tablet 15's, Pack of 15 TabletS
Written By Urvashi Bharti , MBBS
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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Composition :

OLMESARTAN-20MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., 8-2-337, Road No. 3, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034, INDIA
Other Info - OLS0025

Author Details

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Written By

Urvashi Bharti

MBBS

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Reviewed By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:30 AM IST

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FAQs

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.

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 .

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 .

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Alcohol

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You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Olsertain 20 Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness, or headache.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Olsertain 20 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy since it affects the fetus. Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Olsertain 20 Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Caution

The safe use of Olsertain 20 Tablet in breastfeeding mothers has not yet been established. So, it should be used in breastfeeding women only when prescribed by a doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Olsertain 20 Tablet may cause dizziness or tiredness in some people. So, make sure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Olsertain 20 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Olsertain 20 Tablet is not recommended for patients with severe liver disease.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Olsertain 20 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Olsertain 20 Tablet is not recommended for patients with severe kidney disease.

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Children

Caution

Olsertain 20 Tablet is not recommended for children below 6 years as the safety and effectiveness in children not established.

Product Substitutes

Reference

  1. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/olmesartan/
  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/2476/smpc
  3. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/olmesartan.html
  4. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a609020.html

About Olsertain 20 Tablet

Olsertain 20 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called angiotensin II receptor antagonists that are used for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). Additionally, Olsertain 20 Tablet is used to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke and kidney problems.  Hypertension is a medical condition, in which the blood exerts high blood pressure against the walls of the blood vessels. Due to this, the heart has to work harder to pump the supply of blood in the whole body. On the other hand, heart attack or stroke occurs due to blocked blood flow to the heart or brain, respectively.

Olsertain 20 Tablet  contains Olmesartan, and it is only available on prescription. It is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin, thereby relaxing blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently.

You can take Olsertain 20 Tablet with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Your doctor will advise you how often you take your tablets based on your medical conditions. You may experience dizziness, headache, nausea, indigestion, diarrhoea, stomach ache, gastroenteritis, upper respiratory infections in more cases. Most of these side effects of Olsertain 20 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not use potassium supplements or salt substitutes unless your doctor has told you. Olsertain 20 Tablet is not for pregnant women as its use during your pregnancy can cause injury and even death to your unborn baby. It is not known whether Olsertain 20 Tablet passes into breast milk or not. Please consult your doctor, and your doctor will decide if you will take Olsertain 20 Tablet while using Olsertain 20 Tablet breastfeeding together. Do not consume alcohol with Olsertain 20 Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure.

Uses of Olsertain 20 Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure), Prevention of heart attack and stroke

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Medicinal Benefits

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.

Directions for Use

Take Olsertain 20 Tablet with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water daily at the same time for effective results. Do not chew, crush or break the tablet.

Side Effects of Olsertain 20 Tablet

  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Indigestion
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain
  • Tiredness
  • Sore throat
  • Runny or stuffy nose
  • Flu-like symptoms

Drug Warnings

Olsertain 20 Tablet is not recommended for people who have allergic with Olsertain 20 Tablet have impaired kidney function, diabetes, liver problems, pregnant women, or planning to get pregnant and breastfeeding women.  Olsertain 20 Tablet may increase the risk of low blood pressure when taken with alcohol. Besides this, it is contraindicated in low blood pressure (hypotension), cardiogenic shock (sudden stopping of blood flow to the heart), and aortic stenosis (heart valve problem). Avoid intake of potassium supplements with Olsertain 20 Tablet as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood, so the doctor may ask you to have a regular check of your potassium level. Taking Olsertain 20 Tablet with painkillers can increase the risk of kidney problems and reduces the efficacy of Olsertain 20 Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ALISKIREN
  • ENALAPRIL
  • CAPTOPRIL
  • IBUPROFEN
  • NAPROXEN
  • DICLOFENAC
  • AMILORIDE+HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
  • BUMETANIDE
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • CELECOXIB
  • ETORICOXIB
  • LITHIUM
  • HEPARIN
  • SPIRONOLACTONE
  • ASPIRIN

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood pressure regularly and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult your doctor.
  • A low salt diet and regular exercise are recommended along with Olsertain 20 Tablet for effective results.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your weight under control with BMI 19.5-24.9.
  • Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) in your daily diet and minimize eating processed foods as they contain more sodium. Try to replace salt with spices or herbs to add flavour to the food.
  • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation, then immediately contact your doctor.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil to lower your elevated blood.
  • Chronic stress may also cause high blood pressure. Therefore, avoid stress by chain your expectations, the way you react in certain situations, and making time for yourself to do activities that you enjoy.
  • Do regular exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing this can help you to lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm of Hg.
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.

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