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What is Benicar HCT?

Benicar HCT is a combination medication containing olmesartan and hydrochlorothiazide which is used to treat high blood pressure. Olmesartan keeps your blood vessels from narrowing which increases your blood flow while hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic (water pill) which prevents your body from absorbing too much salt causing fluid retention.

Make sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist:

• If you have any drug allergies.
• Which other prescription and non-prescription medications you currently take.
• Your medical history especially of gout, kidney disease, liver disease, lupus, skin cancer or dehydration.
• If you use potassium supplements or salt substitutes as this medication may affect your potassium levels.
• If you are breast feeding. This drug can pass into breast milk although it is unlikely to harm a nursing child.

Also be aware that:

• This medication may make you dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery or do anything else requiring alertness until it can be done safely.
• To prevent dehydration, you should drink plenty of fluids.
• Benicar HCT may make you more sensitive to the sun and increase your risk of skin cancer when taken for a prolonged time. Limit your time in the sun and wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps and inform your doctor if you get sunburned or if you notice skin blisters, redness, new or changed moles or skin lesions.
• Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of Benicar HCT especially dizziness and urine quantity.
• This medication may harm an unborn baby and is not recommended for use during pregnancy.

Make sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist:

• If you have any drug allergies.
• Which other prescription and non-prescription medications you currently take.
• Your medical history especially of gout, kidney disease, liver disease, lupus, skin cancer or dehydration.
• If you use potassium supplements or salt substitutes as this medication may affect your potassium levels.
• If you are breast feeding. This drug can pass into breast milk although it is unlikely to harm a nursing child.

Also be aware that:

• This medication may make you dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery or do anything else requiring alertness until it can be done safely.
• To prevent dehydration, you should drink plenty of fluids.
• Benicar HCT may make you more sensitive to the sun and increase your risk of skin cancer when taken for a prolonged time. Limit your time in the sun and wear protective clothing and use sunscreen. Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps and inform your doctor if you get sunburned or if you notice skin blisters, redness, new or changed moles or skin lesions.
• Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of Benicar HCT especially dizziness and urine quantity.
• This medication may harm an unborn baby and is not recommended for use during pregnancy.

Common Benicar HCT side effects may include but are not limited to:

• Dizziness.
• High levels of uric acid in your blood.
• Cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing or sore throat.

Contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects of Benicar HCT:

• Signs of kidney failure such as unexplained muscle pain, tenderness or weakness with fever, unusual tiredness and dark colored urine.
• Eye pain or vision problems.
• Lightheadedness or the feeling that you might pass out.
• Jaundice.
• Easy bruising or unusual bleeding.
• Signs of kidney problems such as painful, difficult little or no urination, swelling in your feet or ankles, tiredness or shortness of breath.
• Signs of low levels of sodium in your body such as headaches, confusion, slurred speech, severe weakness, vomiting, loss of coordination or feeling unsteady.
• Signs of high potassium such as nausea, slow or unusual heart rate, weakness or loss of movement.
• Signs of low potassium such as leg cramps, constipation, irregular heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, increased thirst or urination, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness or a limp feeling.
• Signs of an allergic reaction such as hives, difficulty breathing or a swelling of your face, lips or throat.

Q: What else is Benicar HCT called?

A: Benicar HCT is also known as Olmetec Plus and Hipersar Plus. Olmetec Plus and Hipersar Plus are not a generic alternatives but the same brand name medication with different names internationally. The generic alternative to Benicar HCT is known as Olmesartan HCTZ.

Q: What should I do if I miss a dose of Benicar HCT?

A: If you miss a dose of this medication, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, then skip your missed dose.