Benicar
* OLMESARTAN/HCTZ
Benicar HCT Drug Information
Benicar HCT is used in the management of hypertension. It is a combination medication that is composed of three main pharmacologically active constituents. This medication differs from generic Benicar in that, in addition to Angiotensin II receptor blocker and Olmesartan those are already present in Benicar, this medication also has a thiazide diuretic. HCT stands for Hydrochlorthiazide. The exact mechanism by which the thiazide diuretic brings about an anti-hypertensive effect is not clearly understood. However it is known to be related to electrolyte regulatory properties of the diuretic which brings about a reduction in plasma volume.
Benicar HCT Dosage Information
The daily recommended dose for the Benicar component of the Olmesartan/ HCTZ in those patients who are on solely on this medication is 20 mg and the dose is usually increased to 40 mg after about fourteen days of active treatment. Cheap Benicar HCT tablets are considered to be the most effective when the HCT component on the formulation is between doses of 12.5 mg to about 40 mg. Order discount Benicar HCT 20/ 12.5 mg, 20/ 25 mg, 40/ 12.5 mg, 40/ 25 mg from the comfort of your home from North Meds.
Side Effects and Precautions for Benicar HCT
The most common among the reported side effects of this Olmesartan/ HCTZ preparation are nausea, hyperuricemia, dizziness, upper respiratory infection and headache. Other effects like arthralgia, abdominal pain, vertigo, chest pain and tachycardia have been reported in trial of this drug. Since this medication contains an Angiotensin II receptor blocker, it poses a high degree of risk for pregnant women as it can cause serious harm and sometimes even death in a fetus. Pregnant women, especially those in their second and third trimesters, should not buy Benicar HCT and use it. The Thiazide component of Benicar HCT poses risks to nursing mothers as it is known to be excreted in breast milk. This medication is contraindicated in patients suffering from anuria.
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