Is there any side effects for OLMEZEST H 20?
Patient: Sir, I am dibetic patient with good control for the last five years and I am hypertensive also. Doctor advised me to to take metapolol50mg daily one. But the BP remains to be 140/97 now doctor advised me to OLMEZEST H 20 in addition to metaprolol. Will it have any side efffects in long run Doctor: Hi,Yes, it can cause certain side effects. Olmezest-H 20 is a combination medicine (olmesartan + hydrochlorothiazide) commonly prescribed for the treatment of high blood pressure. Generally, it is well tolerated by most of our patients however it may cause dry cough, low blood pressure, and swelling of the lips / eyes / feet.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Regards, Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician