Benicar
Active Ingredient(s): OlmesartanFDA Approved: * April 25, 2002
Pharm Company: * SANKYO
Category: Blood Pressure
Olmesartan, sold under the trade name Benicar among others, is a medication used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and diabetic kidney disease.[1] It is a reasonable initial treatment for high blood pressure.[1] It is taken by mouth.[1] Versions are available as the combination olmesartan/hydrochlorothiazide and olmesartan/amlodipine.[1] Common side effects include dizziness, headaches, diarrhea, and back pain.[... [wikipedia]
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I'm on 40 mgs of Benicar and need a lower cost drug with no cough side effect. ## I take 40mg Bencar tab in am and 2...
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1 REPLYI take Benicar and it was discontinued by my insurance. I called the manufacturer and they sent me a discount card. With...
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