Benicar is an antihypertensive drug that has the active substance Olmesartan.
This oral medication is indicated for the treatment of individuals with high blood pressure as it blocks the vasoconstricting effects of an enzyme called angiotensin, stabilizing blood pressure.
Indications of Benicar
Hypertension.
Benicar Price
The Benicar 40 mg box containing 10 tablets costs approximately 13 reais, the 20 mg carton containing 30 tablets costs approximately 37 reais.
Side Effects of Benicar
Dizziness; back pain; bronchitis; diarrhea; Headache; elimination of blood through the urine; increased glycemia; infection in the upper airways; sinusitis; rhinitis; pharyngitis; symptoms of cold.
Contraindications of Benicar
Pregnancy risk D; women in the lactation phase; History of angiodema; children under 18 years of age; Hipersensibility to any of the formula's components.
How to use Benicar
Oral use
Adult
- Initially administer 20 mg once daily. Patients who require additional blood pressure reduction after 2 weeks of treatment should administer 40 mg once daily.
