Xirtam 20 Tablet (Olmesartan Medoxomil 20mg)

Description

Xirtam 20 MG Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). This medicine relaxes your blood vessels and promotes the smooth flow of blood. Thus, it helps to control high blood pressure.

Xirtam 20 MG Tablet has some side effects like cough, nausea, headache, diarrhoea, upset stomach, etc. This medicine may cause dizziness, therefore avoid driving vehicles or operating machines. Rise slowly from sitting or lying position if you feel dizzy during treatment with Xirtam 20 MG Tablet. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, consult your doctor. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it.

Xirtam 20 MG Tablet can be taken with or without food as directed by your doctor. Avoid stopping this medicine suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke (a condition that occurs due to reduced blood supply to the brain). Your doctor may prescribe this medicine alone or in combination with other medicine based on the severity of your health condition.

Xirtam 20 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney or liver problems. Your doctor may suggest tests to frequently monitor your heart, liver, or kidney functions and electrolytes levels while you are taking Xirtam 20 MG Tablet. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicine before starting the treatment.

Xirtam 20 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Xirtam 20 MG Tablet
Olarbi 20 MG Tablet
Novartis India Ltd.
Olmark 20 MG Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Olmegard 20 MG Tablet
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Olmetrack 20 MG Tablet
Usv Ltd.
Olsar 20 MG Tablet
Unichem Laboratories Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Xirtam 20 MG Tablet
Back pain
Headache
Chills
Nasal congestion
Unusual tiredness and weakness
Blood in urine
Joint pain
Swelling of feet or lower legs
Bladder pain
Diarrhoea
Dry mouth
Increased urination
Skin rash
Dizziness
Nausea
Upset stomach

Uses of Xirtam 20 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Hypertension
Hypertension or high blood pressure is a condition in which the force exerted by the circulating blood on the walls of the blood vessel is high. Xirtam 20 MG Tablet is used to control high blood pressure.

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When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Xirtam 20 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling of the face/tongue/throat, breathing difficulty, etc.
Aliskiren
Combined use of Xirtam 20 MG Tablet and Aliskiren (a medicine used to reduce blood pressure) is not recommended if you have diabetes (high blood sugar levels) and/or moderate to severe kidney impairment as it may increase the risk of kidney damage.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Xirtam 20 MG Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it can harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
Information regarding the effect of Xirtam 20 MG Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Hypotension
Xirtam 20 MG Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause symptomatic hypotension (low blood pressure), especially if you have volume depletion (excess loss of salt and fluid from the body) or if you are treated with high-dose diuretics (medication that increases the removal of water and salt from the body via urine). Your doctor may correct this condition before initiating treatment with Xirtam 20 MG Tablet.
Hyperkalaemia
Xirtam 20 MG Tablet should be used with caution as it may cause hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels in the blood). Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor the potassium levels regularly. Avoid potassium-rich foods (potatoes, bananas) and potassium supplements during treatment with this medicine.
Liver problems
Xirtam 20 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems as it may increase the risk of side effects. Your doctor may suggest tests to periodically monitor your liver functions while taking this medicine.
Kidney problems
Xirtam 20 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney problems as this medicine may alter kidney functions. Your doctor may suggest tests to closely monitor your kidney function or adjust the dose based on your clinical condition.
Use in children
Xirtam 20 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children and adolescents below 6 years of age as the safety and efficacy of this medicine are not clinically established.

Dosage

Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Xirtam 20 MG Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next scheduled dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose of Xirtam 20 MG Tablet. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of this medicine, seek immediate medical attention.

Interactions

General Instructions
Take Xirtam 20 MG Tablet with or without food as instructed by your doctor. Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. Do not break, crush or chew the tablet.

Take this medicine at the same time every day as it will help you to remember.

This medicine can make you feel dizzy. Hence, get up slowly from a sitting or lying position.

Your doctor may suggest regular tests to monitor the level of urea, creatinine, and potassium in your blood.

Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana fruit juice, coconut water, and broccoli.