OMTEN C 40/10 Tablet 10's

Introduction About OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET is a combination of Cilnidipine and Olmesartan which
belongs to the group of medicines called Antihypertensive agents. It is used to
manage hypertension (high blood pressure) when management with single agents is
not effective.

Hypertension (also known as high blood pressure) is a medical condition in which
the force of the blood exerted against the walls of the artery remains very
high, and as a result it may lead to severe damage to the blood vessels
supplying several vital organs, such as heart, kidney, or brain. If left
unmanageed, it may cause serious complications such as heart attack, heart
failure, stroke or even blindness.

Before taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET inform your doctor if you have any heart,
liver, or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have
diabetes, low blood pressure or are severely dehydrated due to excessive
vomiting or diarrhea.

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe
hypotension. It is also not suitable for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women
as it may cause serious harm to the growing baby. Stop taking OMTEN C 40/10
TABLET and inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while
undergoing therapy with OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET.

During management with OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET your doctor will constantly monitor
your kidney functions, blood pressure and blood sugar levels to avoid the risk
of unwanted side effects.

The most common side effects of taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET are low blood
pressure, dizziness, tiredness, headache, sleepiness, swollen ankles, and
flushing. Contact your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.

Uses Of OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET

• Manage Hypertension (high blood pressure)

How OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET Works

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET effectively controls blood pressure in patients with
hypertension. It contains two medicines namely, Cilnidipine and Olmesartan.
Olmesartan blocks the actions of certain hormones (angiotensin-II) in the body
that causes narrowing of blood vessels and increase in blood pressure.

Cilnidipine is a vasodilator. It relaxes the blood vessels by blocking the entry
of certain ions (calcium ions) within them that causes narrowing. This allows
blood to flow more smoothly across the blood vessels. Collectively, they reduce
the strain on the heart and helps the heart to pump blood more smoothly with
less pressure.

How to use OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET

Take OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine
with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Try to take OMTEN C
40/10 TABLET at the same time each day. OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET can be taken with
or without food.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you
depending upon your age, body weight and health condition. Continue to take
OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET for the stipulated duration instructed by your doctor
without any interru

Side Effects Of OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET

Common

• low blood pressure
• swelling of ankles and legs (edema)
• headache, dizziness
• nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, constipation, diarrhea, indigestion
• abnormal heartbeat (fast or slow)
• muscle cramps
• flushing (warmth and redness of face and neck)
• feeling tired or weak
• vision problems
• sore throat, runny nose, cough, flu-like symptoms
• back pain, joint pain
• urinary tract infections
• increased blood cholesterol levels
• increased liver enzymes levels
• increased blood urea levels

Rare

• muscle cramps
• increased blood potassium levels
• kidney problems

Stop taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you
experience any of the following side effects such as:

• signs of allergic reactions (such as skin rash, swelling of the face, lips, mouth, or throat which can lead to difficulty in breathing or swallowing, low blood pressure which causes lightheadedness or fainting)
• severe skin reactions (such as skin rash with itching and redness, blistering and peeling of skin, skin swelling and inflammation of mucous membrane)
• chest pain, shortness of breath

How To Manage Side Effects

Nausea and vomiting:

Take OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple
meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. Consult your doctor if your nausea
worsens.

Dizziness:

Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or
machines completely while you are feeling dizzy. Do not consume excessive
alcohol, as it could aggravate your dizziness. Consult your doctor if your
dizziness worsens.

Headache:

Rest and relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as
water or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on your forehead can be
beneficial. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could aggravate your
headache. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women as it may
cause serious harm to the growing fetus. Therefore, inform your doctor before
taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or
planning to have a baby. If you become pregnant while undergoing therapy with
this medicine, stop taking it and consult your doctor immediately.

!### Breastfeeding

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.
Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Do not drive or handle any heavy tools or machines if you experience dizziness
or drowsiness after taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET.

!### Alcohol

Avoid consum
you feel dizzier and drowsier.

!### Kidney

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney
problems (such as kidney transplant, narrowing of renal arteries). Therefore,
consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Liver

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver
impairment (such as cholestasis, jaundice, biliary obstruction). It should be
used with caution in patients with mild to moderate liver problems. Therefore,
consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Allergy

Do not take OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET if you are allergic to Cilnidipine or
Olmesartan.

!### Heart Disease

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart problems
(such as irregular heart rhythm, heart failure, recent heart attack, and
problems with heart muscle or valves). Therefore, consult your doctor before
taking it.

Others

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET is not recommended for use if you:

• have cardiogenic shock (heart cannot pump blood suddenly)
• have diabetes related kidney problems
• have severe hypotension (low blood pressure)

Before taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET, inform your doctor if you:

• have primary hyperaldosteronism (problems in adrenal gland)
• have low blood pressure or are severely dehydrated (due to diarrhea, vomiting or excess sweating)
• have diabetes
• have hyperkalemia (high blood potassium levels)
• have narrowing of arteries

Use in pediatrics:

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents
(aged below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor for advice.

Use in geriatrics:

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET should be used with caution in the elderly patients.
Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of
the following medicines such as:

• other medicines used to manage elevated blood pressure (such as aliskiren, captopril, enalapril, lisinopril, verapamil, diltiazem, losartan, valsartan)
• lithium, St. John’s wort (medicines used to manage depression)
• potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics such as spironolactone, triamterene or amiloride (used to retain or increase potassium levels in the body)
• non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (used for pain relief) such as indomethacin, celecoxib, ibuprofen, aspirin
• colesevelam (a medicine used to manage high blood cholesterol levels)
• antacids (medicines used to neutralize stomach acid) Ex. aluminium hydroxide, magaldrate
• medicines used to manage mental disorders such as depression, psychosis, or anxiety (Ex. pimozide, amisulpride, haloperidol)
• aldesleukin (a medicine used to manage kidney cancer)
• quinidine (a medicine used to manage abnormal heart rhythm)
• phenytoin (a medicine used to manage epilepsy)
• rifampicin (a medicine used to manage tuberculosis)
• erythromycin (a medicine used to manage bacterial infection)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET, consult your
doctor immediately. Overdosage may cause low blood pressure, abnormal heartbeat,
and dizziness.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Cilnidipine, Olmesartan
Pharmacological Category	:	Calcium channel blocker, Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker
Therapeutic Indication	:	Hypertension
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet

More Information

• Keep OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET out of reach of children
• Store OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET at room temperature

FAQs About OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET

What are the uses of OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET?

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET is used to manage hypertension in adults.

What type of a medicine is OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET?

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET is an antihypertensive medicine. It is a combination of two
medicines namely Cilnidipine and Olmesartan. Cilnidipine is a calcium channel
blocker and Olmesartan is an angiotensin-II receptor blocker. They both reduces
strain on the heart, relaxes blood vessels and makes the heart to pump more
blood with lesser force.

What happens when I stop taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET?

Do not stop taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET without consulting your doctor as your
blood pressure may raise once again. Make sure to take OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET for
the stipulated duration recommended by your doctor to achieve maximum results.

What is the best time to take OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET?

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET can be taken with or without meals. Your doctor will decide
the best time for you to take OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET based on your age, body
weight and disease condition.

What to do if I forgot to take a dose of OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET?

If you forgot to take a dose of OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET, take it as soon as you
remember. However, if it is time for the next dose of OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET, skip
the missed dose and take the next one regularly. Do not take a double dose of
OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET to compensate the missed ones.

What precautions should be followed while taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET?

Before taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any heart,
liver or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have diabetes,
low blood pressure volume or are severely dehydrated. Stop taking OMTEN C 40/10
TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you become pregnant. Regularly
visit your doctor and take all the necessary blood test recommended by your
doctor without fail.

Can I consume alcohol while taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET?

Avoid consum
you feel dizzier and drowsier.

What happens if I accidentally take more OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET?

If you or anyone else accidentally took more OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET, consult your
doctor immediately. Overdosage may cause low blood pressure, abnormal heartbeat,
fainting, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting or confusion.

Can I take OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET daily?

Take OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET as advised by your physician. Your doctor will
evaluate your health condition and suggests whether can you take OMTEN C 40/10
TABLET every day or not.

Is OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET safe to use in diabetic patients?

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET may alter the blood sugar levels in your body. Therefore,
it is necessary to inform your doctor if you have diabetes before taking OMTEN C
40/10 TABLET as a precaution. Your doctor will closely monitor you blood sugar
levels to avoid the risk of side effects.

What are the side effects of OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET?

The most common side effects of taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET are low blood
pressure, dizziness, tiredness, headache, sleepiness, swollen ankles, and
flushing. Contact your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.

Can I stop taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET once my symptoms subside?

No. Do not stop taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET without consulting your doctor. As
hypertension is a chronic condition, long term management may be necessary to
control its symptoms. Therefore, take OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET as advised by your
doctor for the stipulated duration. Premature discontinuation of therapy may
increase your blood pressure once again.

CanOMTEN C 40/10 TABLET be taken during pregnancy?

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women as it may
cause serious harm to the growing fetus. Therefore, inform your doctor before
taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or
planning to have a baby. If you become pregnant while undergoing therapy with
OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET, stop taking it and consult your doctor immediately.

IsOMTEN C 40/10 TABLET safe to use in kidney disease?

OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney
diseases (such as those having renal artery stenosis, kidney transplant or in
those undergoing haemodialysis). Your doctor will access your health condition
and suggest a suitable dose for you. Therefore, it is important to inform your
doctor if you have any kidney problems before taking OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET as a
precaution.

Can the use of OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET affect the liver?

Yes. OMTEN C 40/10 TABLET may affect the way your liver work. It can elevate the
levels of certain liver enzymes in your body. Therefore, it is strictly not
recommended for use in patients with severe liver diseases. It should be used
with caution in patients with other minor liver problems. Consult your doctor
before taking it.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Kidney Function Test