Olmesartan HCT 20/12.5 (Astron) TM
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Active ingredients: olmesartan + hydrochlorothiazide, olmesartan, hydrochlorothiazide
Pack: Olmesartan HCT 20/12.5 (Astron) tablet, 30, blister pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: OLMESARTAN HCT ASTRON 20/12.5 olmesartan medoxomil 20 mg/hydrochlorothiazide 12.5 mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of hypertension. ,Treatment should not be initiated with this fixed dose combination.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Reddish-yellow, round, film-coated tablets debossed with OH1 on one side and plain on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 30 tablets pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient olmesartan + hydrochlorothiazide
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
For the active ingredient olmesartan
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems