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Benicar HCT

Hydrochlorothiazide + Olmesartan medoxomil

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The generic name of this medication is olmesartan and brand name is Benicar.

The active ingredients of this medication are olmesartan medoxomil and hydrochlorothiazide.

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is sometimes given together with other blood pressure medications.

Common Uses:

This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is sometimes prescribed with other blood pressure medications.

Off Label Uses:

None noted currently.

Side Effects:
Light headedness.
Painful or difficult urination.
Urinating less than usual or not at all.
Chest pain, fast heart rate.
Swelling in hands or feet.
Slow heart rate, weak pulse, tingly feeling.

Cautions / Warnings:

Not recommended for patients with the following conditions:
If allergic to olmesartan.
If there is kidney disease.
If there is liver disease.
If there is congestive heart failure.
During pregnancy and pre-pregnancy.

Drug Interactions:
Diuretic (water pill)
NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and naproxen for pain/fever reduction)

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About Benicar HCT

The generic name of this medication is olmesartan and brand name is Benicar. The active ingredients of this medication are olmesartan medoxomil and hydrochlorothiazide. This medication is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is sometimes given together with other blood pressure medications.

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