Olmesartan/hydrochlorothiazide
Combination drug
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Olmesartan/hydrochlorothiazide, sold under the brand name Benicar HCT among others, is a fixed-dose combination medication used to treat high blood pressure.[1][2] It is a combination of olmesartan medoxomil, an angiotensin II receptor blocker and hydrochlorothiazide, a diuretic.[2] It may be used if olmesartan is not sufficient to manage blood pressure.[3] It is taken by mouth.[3]
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| Olmesartan | Angiotensin II antagonist |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Thiazide diuretic |
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| Trade names | Benicar HCT, Benitec H, others |
| AHFS/Drugs.com | Micromedex Detailed Consumer Information |
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| Routes of administration | By mouth |
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Common side effects include nausea, dizziness, and upper respiratory tract infections.[1] Serious side effects may include kidney problems, allergic reactions, electrolyte problems and low blood pressure.[1] Use in pregnancy is not recommended.[1] Olmesartan works by blocking the effects of angiotensin II while hydrochlorothiazide works by increasing the loss of sodium by the kidneys.[1]
No generic version is available in the United States as of 2017.[2] In 2022, it was the 235th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 1 million prescriptions.[4][5]
