Who can take olmesartan
Most adults, and children aged 6 years and over, can take olmesartan.
Who may not be able to take olmesartan
Olmesartan is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor if you:
- have ever had an allergic reaction to olmesartan or any other medicine
- have bile duct or gallbladder problems, such as blocked bile ducts or gallstones
- have diabetes
- have heart, liver or kidney problems, or have recently had a kidney transplant
- have recently had severe diarrhoea or you're being sick (vomiting)
- have ever been on a low-salt diet
- have low blood pressure (hypotension)
- are trying to get pregnant, are already pregnant or you're breastfeeding