What is Benicar?
Benicar is prescribed to manage hypertension (high blood pressure). Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to health problems such as kidney disease, heart failure, strokes and heart attack.
Benicar (Olmesartan) FAQs
How does Benicar work?
Benicar is an angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs). It works by improving blood flow by relaxing your blood vessels. That may be used alone or with blood pressure medicine to achieve the desired effects.
How do you use Benicar?
Benicar is taken orally, usually once a day, with or without food. It works best when taken around the same time every day. Do not stop treatment once you feel better. You may not feel different after taking your dose and using it properly.
Your dose is based on your condition and results of previous treatment. If you miss a dose you can take it when you remember. You can skip the missed dose if it’s nearly time to take it again.
Your doctor may monitor your blood pressure during treatment. If your condition does not approve, or if it grows worse, you may need to discontinue treatment.
What are the precautions and warnings of Benicar?
All orders from Sunshine Pharmacy are delivered in the manufacturer's packaging and include a medicine information sheet. We ask that you carefully read this information sheet and call us if you have any questions or do not understand the document.
Advise your doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. This medication may harm an unborn baby or contaminate breast milk.
You may experience dizziness after taking your dose. Avoid driving, operating machinery or perform tasks that require alertness. Alcohol and marijuana may make this worse.
Advise your doctor if you have a history of kidney problems.
What drugs interact with Benicar?
There are potential known drug interactions associated with Benicar. You should disclose all of your current vitamins, supplements, OTC drugs, herbal products and all current prescription medicines. Our pharmacists will provide therapeutic screening for all orders against this supplied list.
Call your doctor or seek immediate medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction or drug interaction.
- Tolmetin
- Feprazone
- Etofenamate
- Nabumetone
- Ramipril
- Niflumic Acid
- Tolfenamic Acid
- Perindopril
- Ketoprofen
- Tenoxicam
- Piketoprofen
- Dexibuprofen
- Colesevelam
- Droxicam
- Felbinac
- Diflunisal
- Quinapril
- Lornoxicam
- Propionic Acid
- Sodium Salicylate
- Salicylic Acid
- Flurbiprofen
- Nepafenac
- Trimethoprim
- Indomethacin
- Ibuprofen
- Clonixin
- Lithium
- Fenoprofen
- Fepradinol
What are the Side Effects of Benicar?
We do not list all possible known side effects.You may experience a side effect that is not provided here. If you find that you are noticing severe side effects call your doctor or one of our pharmacists for counseling and medical advice.
Your doctor will normally balance the benefits of treatment versus any possible adverse reactions. Please call us and speak to the pharmacist if you have concerns about buying Benicar online.
- headache
- fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
- joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
- body aches or pain
- ear congestion
- nausea or vomiting
- frequent urge to urinate
- bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
- hives or itching
- large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
- unusual tiredness or weakness
- sneezing
- cloudy urine
- difficulty with breathing
- Bladder pain
- Blood in the urine
- chest pain
- lower back, side, or stomach pain
- muscle pain or stiffness
- muscle cramps or spasms
- difficult, burning, or painful urination
- tightness in the chest
- cough or cough producing mucus
- dark-colored urine
- weakness or heaviness of the legs
- runny or stuffy nose
- chills
- sore throat
- dizziness
- diarrhea (severe) with weight loss
- loss of voice
- Confusion
- swelling of the feet or lower legs
- fever
Is there a generic Benicar?
The generic drug is called Olmesartan. It is equally effective as the brand product.
Does benicar cause depression?
Depression is not a listed side effect of Benicar. If you are at risk of depression, or experience depression-like symptoms during treatment, talk to our doctor as soon as possible.
Does benicar cause water retention?
Puffiness and water retention are possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects if you find them unmanageable.
Is benicar an ACE inhibitor?
Bencar has a similar mechanism of action to ACE inhibitors. Talk to your doctor if you have problems with ACE inhibitors.
How long does Benicar take to work?
Benicar works within 1-2 hours after taking your dose. Its effects last all day until it’s time for your next dose.
How long does Benicar stay in your system?
Based on its half life it takes 275 (about 11 days) to be completely eliminated from your system.