Chlorthalidone + Cilnidipine + Olmesartan Medoxomil

Expert Advice

Dosage Forms Available

• Chlorthalidone + Cilnidipine + Olmesartan Medoxomil is available in tablet form for oral administration.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is meant for adults only. It should not be given to children, as safety and efficacy have not been established for them.

Contraindications

• Chlorthalidone + Cilnidipine + Olmesartan Medoxomil is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of the components.

• It is also contraindicated in patients with severe renal impairment and severe liver disease.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Chlorthalidone + Cilnidipine + Olmesartan Medoxomil may interact with other antihypertensive (eg., captopril, valsartan), antifungal medicines (eg., itraconazole, miconazole), NSAIDs (eg., ibuprofen and naproxen), cardiac glycosides (eg., digoxin).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• Overdose of Chlorthalidone + Cilnidipine + Olmesartan Medoxomil may result in severe hypotension, electrolyte disturbances, and renal failure. If you suspect an overdose, consult your doctor immediately.

• If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double up on doses.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• If you experience dizziness or lightheadedness, ensure to rest and sit until you feel better.

• If nausea occurs, try taking the medication with food.

• Stay well hydrated if you experience frequent urination.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medicine can affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machines. Avoid these activities if you experience dizziness or fatigue after taking this medicine.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• The use of this medicine during pregnancy or breastfeeding is not recommended without a doctor's advice. It is best to consult your doctor before taking this medication if you are pregnant or nursing.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with renal impairment or liver disease should exercise caution while taking this medicine.

• Patients with a history of angioedema should also exercise caution while using this medication.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintain a low sodium diet as this can help manage high blood pressure.

• Engage in regular physical activity to help reduce blood pressure.

• Limit alcohol consumption as it can potentially increase blood pressure.

• Stop smoking as it can increase your risk of heart disease.

• Try to maintain a healthy weight as being overweight can contribute to high blood pressure.

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