Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet is a combination used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). This medicine helps control blood pressure and prevent future complications such as heart attack and stroke. This medicine is also effective in preserving kidney function in patients with diabetes.
Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It is important to continue taking it regularly even if you feel well or if your blood pressure is controlled. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill, but if you stop taking this medicine, your condition could get worse.
Making some changes in your lifestyle will also help lower your blood pressure. These may include regular exercise, losing weight, smoking cessation, reducing alcohol intake, and reducing the amount of salt in your diet as advised by your doctor.
Use of this medicine may cause few common side effects such as dizziness, nausea, headache, swelling in the feet or ankles, and sleepiness. Let your doctor know if these 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. To make sure it is safe, pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. Your doctor may check your kidney function, blood pressure, and potassium levels in your blood at regular intervals while you are taking this medicine.
Uses of Olmost-AZ Tablet
Benefits of Olmost-AZ Tablet
In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.
Side effects of Olmost-AZ 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 Olmost-AZ
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Headache
- Peripheral edema
- Sleepiness
How to use Olmost-AZ 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. Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Olmost-AZ Tablet works
Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines : Olmesartan Medoxomil and Azelnidipine. Olmesartan Medoxomil is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It relaxes blood vessels by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently. Azelnidipine is a calcium channel blocker. It regulates the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and reducing the pressure on them, thereby making it easier for the heart to pump more blood throughout the body. In this way, it normalizes the blood pressure in patients with high blood pressure and also improves the oxygen flow in the body, thereby, preventing any heart-related chest pain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg 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
Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Olmost-AZ Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet is prescribed to reduce high blood pressure and the risk of future heart attack and stroke.
- It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down for a long time.
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly after starting treatment with Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet, and notify your doctor if it does not lower down.
- Avoid taking anti-inflammatory medicines such as Ibuprofen along with this medicine without consulting your doctor.
- Lifestyle changes like a low-sodium diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medication work better.
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FAQs
What is Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet used for?
Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that is used to lower high blood pressure and reduce long‑term risks such as stroke, heart attack, and kidney damage, especially when one medicine alone is not enough.
How soon might I see results in my blood pressure reading?
The exact time Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet takes to control high blood pressure is not known. However, some people see improved blood pressure readings within 1 to 2 weeks, with full effects developing over several weeks of regular daily use and follow‑up checks.
Does Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet help with morning blood pressure surges?
Some studies show better control across the day, particularly in the early morning, a high‑risk time for heart and stroke events. Talk to your doctor if you notice high blood pressure readings, especially in the morning.
I had ankle swelling or a fast heartbeat on other calcium channel blocker medicines. Will this be caused by Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet?
Azelnidipine present in Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet is often better tolerated for swelling and heart‑rate rise compared with some older options. Many patients report improved comfort while maintaining strong blood pressure control. Talk to your doctor if you notice any signs of swelling or a fast heartbeat.
Does Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet protect arteries beyond just lowering the numbers?
Yes. Some studies show that Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet may help keep blood vessels flexible and reduce inflammation, which can support long‑term arterial health.
Can I take Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet with other heart or diabetes medicines?
Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet can be taken with other heart or diabetes medicines if prescribed by your doctor. Always share full details of the medicines you are taking. Your doctor will watch for interactions (for example, with water pills, NSAIDs, or potassium‑raising agents) and adjust your treatment plan safely.
If my readings improve, do I keep taking Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet?
Yes. High blood pressure (hypertension) is a long‑term condition. Continue taking Olmost-AZ 40mg/8mg Tablet as prescribed and attend regular checkups so your doctor can adjust your treatment for ongoing protection.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Saito I, Kushiro T, Zenimura N, et al. Olmesartan medoxomil and azelnidipine therapy in patients with hypertension and chronic kidney disease in Japan. J Nephrol. 2012 Sep-Oct;25(5):699-708. [Accessed 02 Jan. 2026]. Available from:
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