Olmin (Olmesartan Medoxomil)
Also sold as: Olmin, Olmesar, Benicar, Olmezest
Pregnancy
Cat D
Lactation
Avoid
Schedule
H
Forms
Tablet 10/20/40mg +1
Indications
- HTN
Adult Dosing
HTN
20 mg PO OD; max 40 mg/day
Renal Dose Adjustment
| CrCl / eGFR | Dose Adjustment |
|---|---|
| No specific dose adjustment | Monitor K+, creatinine |
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy: Category D
CONTRAINDICATED
Lactation: Avoid
Top Drug Interactions
| Interacting Drug | Effect | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| NSAIDs | AKI | Major |
| K+ sparing diuretics, K+ | Hyperkalemia | Major |
| Lithium | Toxicity | Moderate |
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Side Effects
Common
- Dizziness
- Hyperkalemia
- Headache
Serious / Discontinue If
- Sprue-like enteropathy (rare, severe diarrhea, weight loss — STOP drug)
- Angioedema
- AKI in RAS
Contraindications
- Pregnancy
- Bilateral RAS
- Hypersensitivity
Available Indian Brands
| Brand | Manufacturer | Price (approx) |
|---|---|---|
| Olmin 20 | Mankind | 10 tab ₹95 |
| Olmesar 20 | Macleods | 10 tab ₹85 |
| Olmezest 20 | Eris | 10 tab ₹105 |
Monitoring Required
- BP, K+, creatinine
- Watch for severe chronic diarrhea (rare sprue-like enteropathy)
Patient Counseling Points
- Stop if pregnant
- Report severe persistent diarrhea or weight loss
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References
- BNF
- Lexicomp
- Indian National Formulary
- Specialty society guidelines
Disclaimer: This information is for clinical reference only. It is not exhaustive and does not substitute clinical judgement. Always verify current dosing against the manufacturer's prescribing information and current treatment guidelines. Drug prices are approximate and may vary.