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Olmesartan Medoxomil (40mg)+ Amlodipine (5mg)

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Olmax 40-AM Tablet contains two medicines, both of which help to control high blood pressure. Lowering blood pressure helps to reduce your risk of having a heart attack or a stroke in the future.

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Last updated on 22 Apr 2026 | 05:28 PM (IST)

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General Information

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Olmesartan Medoxomil (40mg)+ Amlodipine (5mg)

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Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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Product introduction

Olmax 40-AM Tablet may be taken on an empty stomach or along with food. However, it is better to take it regularly at a fixed time each day, as prescribed by your doctor. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. It is important to keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. By lowering your blood pressure, it is reducing your risk of heart attack or stroke so do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. You can help this medication work better by making a few changes to your lifestyle by being active, stopping smoking and eating low salt and low-fat diet.

The most common side effects of this medicine include swelling in your ankles or feet (edema), sleepiness, dizziness, headache, taste change, upset stomach, and tiredness. Since it may cause sleepiness and dizziness, do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Talk to your doctor if any of the side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any kidney or liver problems or severe dehydration. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it. While using this medicine, your blood pressure will be monitored regularly and your kidney function may also need to be tested.

Uses of Olmax-AM Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Olmax-AM Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Both of the medicines in this combination work to lower blood pressure but in different ways. Together they help to relax blood vessels and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This lowers blood pressure. If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well.

Side effects of Olmax-AM Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Olmax-AM

Sleepiness
Taste change
Ankle swelling
Headache
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Dizziness
Tiredness
Palpitations
Upset stomach
Peripheral edema
Increased triglyceride level in blood
Increased uric acid level in blood
Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways)
Muscle cramp
Urinary tract infection
Increased liver enzymes

How to use Olmax-AM Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Olmax 40-AM Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Olmax-AM Tablet works

Olmax 40-AM Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Olmesartan Medoxomil and Amlodipine which lower blood pressure effectively. Olmesartan Medoxomil is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) and Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB). They work by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.

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Quick tips

Olmax 40-AM Tablet is a combination of two medicines that provides better blood pressure control than either medicine alone.
It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
It may cause you to feel lightheaded or weak especially when you stand up. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
Avoid consuming alcohol as it may enhance the blood pressure lowering effect of Olmax 40-AM Tablet.
It can cause ankle or foot swelling. Raise your legs while you are sitting down and talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
Do not take Olmax 40-AM Tablet Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Olmax 40-AM Tablet.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Olmax 40-AM Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Olmax 40-AM Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Olmax 40-AM Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney

CAUTION

Olmax 40-AM Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Olmax 40-AM Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Olmax 40-AM Tablet is started at a lower dose in patients with liver disease and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take for Olmax 40-AM Tablet to work?

You may notice a decrease in your blood pressure effectively within 2 weeks of starting Olmax 40-AM Tablet. However, it may take about 8 weeks to see the full benefits of this medicine. Talk to your doctor in case you have any concerns regarding Olmax 40-AM Tablet, but do not stop taking it without consulting the doctor.

At what time of the day should you take Olmax 40-AM Tablet?

Your doctor may suggest to take your first dose before bedtime, considering that this medicine can make you feel dizzy. After the very first dose you can take Olmax 40-AM Tablet at any time of the day. It is important to take this medicine at the same time every day.

Can I feel dizzy after taking Olmax 40-AM Tablet?

Yes, the use of Olmax 40-AM Tablet can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly get up from a lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.

What are the other lifestyle changes I should make while using Olmax 40-AM Tablet?

Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy if you are taking Olmax 40-AM Tablet. Avoid taking excess salt in your diet and find ways to reduce or manage stress in your life. Practice yoga or meditation or take up a hobby. Ensure that you have a sound sleep every night as this also helps to reduce stress levels and helps to keep your blood pressure normal. Stop smoking and alcohol consumption as this helps in lowering your blood pressure and preventing heart problems. Exercise regularly and take a balanced diet that includes whole grains, fresh fruits, vegetables and fat-free products. Consult your doctor if you need any further guidance to get the maximum benefit of Olmax 40-AM Tablet and to keep yourself healthy.

Can Olmax 40-AM Tablet cause weight gain?

No, Olmax 40-AM Tablet does not cause weight gain. However, in very rare cases, chronic diarrhea with substantial weight loss may occur. If a patient develops diarrhea while taking Olmax 40-AM Tablet and no other cause of diarrhea can be deduced, the doctor may suggest discontinuation of the medicine and recommend another medicine.

What are the serious side effects of Olmax 40-AM Tablet?

The serious side effects of Olmax 40-AM Tablet include skin rash or itchiness, painful joints, fast heart beat, shortness of breath or tightness in the chest. Serious side effects may also include aching, tender or weak muscles (not caused by exercise), and swelling of the hands, feet or ankles. Olmax 40-AM Tablet may also cause symptoms that may indicate high potassium levels in the blood, such as nausea, diarrhea, muscle weakness and change in heart rhythm. If you experience any of these symptoms, call your doctor immediately.

Can Olmax 40-AM Tablet affect my fertility or sex life?

Some blood pressure medicines (including water pills like hydrochlorothiazide) may affect a man’s ability to gain or maintain an erection (erectile dysfunction). However, it is thought that other blood pressure medicines can actually improve erectile dysfunction. If you are worried or notice some changes, talk to your doctor. There is no firm evidence which suggests any effect on the fertility of either men or women with the use of Olmax 40-AM Tablet.

For how long do I need to take Olmax 40-AM Tablet? Is it safe to take long term?

You may have to take Olmax 40-AM Tablet life long. Olmax 40-AM Tablet controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Do not stop taking it even if your blood pressure is well controlled. Olmax 40-AM Tablet is generally considered safe to be taken for a long term. In some cases, long-term use may adversely affect the kidneys and the kidneys may not function as they should. Therefore, your doctor may prescribe regular blood tests to check urea, creatinine and potassium levels to keep a track of how well your kidneys are working.

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Twice A Day

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What are you using Olmax-AM Tablet for?

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

100%

How much was the improvement?

Poor

67%

Average

33%

What were the side-effects while using Olmax 40-AM Tablet?

Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)

100%

How do you take Olmax-AM Tablet?

With food

100%

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Marketer details

Name: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited, B/2, Mahalaxmi Chambers, 22, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Mumbai – 400 026.

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Country of origin: India
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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Olmax-AM Tablet

Benefits of Olmax-AM Tablet

Side effects of Olmax-AM Tablet

How to use Olmax-AM Tablet

How Olmax-AM Tablet works

All substitutes for Olmax 40-AM Tablet

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take for Olmax 40-AM Tablet to work?

At what time of the day should you take Olmax 40-AM Tablet?

Can I feel dizzy after taking Olmax 40-AM Tablet?

What are the other lifestyle changes I should make while using Olmax 40-AM Tablet?

Can Olmax 40-AM Tablet cause weight gain?

What are the serious side effects of Olmax 40-AM Tablet?

Can Olmax 40-AM Tablet affect my fertility or sex life?

For how long do I need to take Olmax 40-AM Tablet? Is it safe to take long term?

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Related lab tests

Kidney Function Test

References

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What were the side-effects while using Olmax 40-AM Tablet?

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