Is Olmesartan and olmetec the same?

NAME OF THE MEDICINE OLMETEC (olmesartan medoxomil), a prodrug, is hydrolyzed to olmesartan during absorption from the gastrointestinal tract. Olmesartan is a selective AT1 subtype angiotensin II receptor antagonist.

What is the generic name for olmetec?

Olmesartan, Oral Tablet. Olmesartan oral tablet is available as a brand-name drug and a generic drug. Brand name: Benicar. Olmesartan comes only as a tablet you take by mouth.

Is Olmesartan being recalled 2019?

Teva Pharmaceuticals USA is recalling 181,456 bottles of olmesartan medoxomil and hydrochlorothiazide tablets, 40 mg/25 mg, after samples failed to meet dissolution specifications, according to the January 23, 2019, US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Enforcement Report.

What are the side effects of olmetec?

If these side effects occur, they are often mild and you do not need to stop your treatment. Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people): Dizziness, weakness, headache, tiredness, chest pain, swelling of ankles, feet, legs, hands or arms.

Has olmesartan been discontinued?

Discontinuation of olmesartan has resulted in clinical improvement of sprue-like enteropathy symptoms in all patients. Olmesartan medoxomil is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) approved for the treatment of high blood pressure, alone or with other antihypertensive agents, and is one of eight marketed ARB drugs.

Are there any controlled trials for olmesartan medoxomil?

There are no controlled trials demonstrating risk reduction with Olmesartan Medoxomil tablets, USP. Control of high blood pressure should be part of comprehensive cardiovascular risk management, including, as appropriate, lipid control, diabetes management, antithrombotic therapy, smoking cessation, exercise, and limited sodium intake.

What are the names of the Pfizer drugs?

Drugs Associated with Pfizer Inc. Brand/Generic Name Reviews Rating Abrilada Generic name: adalimumab Drug c Accupril Generic name: quinapril Drug cl 1 review 5.0 / 10 Accuretic Generic name: 1 review 4.0 / 10 acetylcysteine Generic Drug class: antid 20 reviews 8.9 / 10

How often can I take olmesartan medoxomil for high blood pressure?

For patients requiring further reduction in blood pressure after 2 weeks of therapy, the dose of Olmesartan Medoxomil tablets may be increased to a maximum of 20 mg once daily for patients who weigh <35 kg or 40 mg once daily for patients who weigh ≥35 kg.