Omten-C 40/10 Tablet contains two medicines, both of which help to control high blood pressure. It lowers the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and making it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This will reduce your risk of having a heart attack or a stroke.

Omten-C 40/10 Tablet is a combination of two antihypertensive medicines

Uses of Omten-C Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Omten-C Tablet

In 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 Omten-C 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 Omten-C

Ankle swelling
Headache
Dizziness
Tiredness
Palpitations
Increased potassium level in blood
Sleepiness
Taste change
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Upset stomach

How to use Omten-C 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. Omten-C 40/10 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Omten-C 40/10 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Omten-C 40/10 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Omten-C 40/10 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Omten-C 40/10 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Omten-C 40/10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Omten-C 40/10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advisable for dose adjustment.

Liver

CAUTION

Omten-C 40/10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Omten-C 40/10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild liver disease.

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Quick tips

Omten-C Tablet

Omten-C 40/10 Tablet is a combination of two medicines that provides better blood pressure control than either medicine alone.
Omten-C 40/10 Tablet 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 this medicine.
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 Omten-C 40/10 Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

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Patient concerns

I am a patient of hypertension

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Hypertension is clinal condition of high blood pressure. Please see a physician.

Some times I had lot of hypertension

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Hypertension is clinically high blood pressure. Persistent high arterial blood pressure above 120/80 mm HG is termed as pre-hypertension or hypertension, but the point to be emphasized is that this rise in blood pressure is persistent. Transient increase in BP occurs in stress and anxiety and needs to be treated accordingly.

FAQs

Omten-C Tablet

Q. How long does it take for Omten-C 40/10 Tablet to work?

You may notice a decrease in your blood pressure effectively within 2 weeks of starting Omten-C 40/10 Tablet. However, it may take about 8 weeks to see the full benefits of this medicine.

Q. What is the best time to take Omten-C 40/10 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 Omten-C 40/10 Tablet at any time of the day. It is important to take this medicine at the same time every day.

Q. Can I feel dizzy after taking Omten-C 40/10 Tablet?

Yes, the use of Omten-C 40/10 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.

Q. What are the other lifestyle changes I should make while using Omten-C 40/10 Tablet?

Lifestyle changes play a major role in keeping you healthy if you are taking Omten-C 40/10 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 Omten-C 40/10 Tablet and to keep yourself healthy.

Q. Can Omten-C 40/10 Tablet cause weight gain?

No, Omten-C 40/10 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 Omten-C 40/10 Tablet and no other cause of diarrhea can be deduced, the doctor may suggest discontinuation of the medicine and recommend another medicine.

Q. What are the serious side effects of Omten-C 40/10 Tablet?

The serious side effects of Omten-C 40/10 Tablet include skin rash or itchiness, painful joints, fast heartbeat, 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. Omten-C 40/10 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.

Q. Can Omten-C 40/10 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 Omten-C 40/10 Tablet.

Q. For how long do I need to take Omten-C 40/10 Tablet? Is it safe to take long term?

You may have to take Omten-C 40/10 Tablet life long. Omten-C 40/10 Tablet controls high blood pressure but does not cure it. Do not stop taking it even if your blood pressure is well controlled. Omten-C 40/10 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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