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What Are The Side Effects Of Olmezest?

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Posted on Mon, 4 May 2015
Question: i have bp since 3years and regularly using olmezest h40 tablets daily one....prolonged use of said medecine is there any problam of kidney failure in feature. is it safe drug or not..? present my bp is normal...give sugetion
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Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
It is a safe drug and would not make you prone to kidney failure

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

Olmezest contains olmesartan which in fact has protective action on the kidneys. There is no problem if it is continued on long term basis; in fact it is beneficial. It is a safe medicine and would not make you prone to kidney failure.

It is good to hear that your present blood pressure is in control. Please keep salt intake restricted. Appropriate lifestyle changes are also essential.

Wish you good health.

Regards
Dr. Kunal Saha
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What Are The Side Effects Of Olmezest?

Brief Answer: It is a safe drug and would not make you prone to kidney failure Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic. Olmezest contains olmesartan which in fact has protective action on the kidneys. There is no problem if it is continued on long term basis; in fact it is beneficial. It is a safe medicine and would not make you prone to kidney failure. It is good to hear that your present blood pressure is in control. Please keep salt intake restricted. Appropriate lifestyle changes are also essential. Wish you good health. Regards Dr. Kunal Saha