Benicar Hct
Olmesartan · Hydrochlorothiazide
Formulated to target elevated blood pressure readings through dual mechanisms.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredients
- Olmesartan · Hydrochlorothiazide
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 20/12.5 · 40/12.5mg
Benicar Hct details
- Condition
- Hypertension
- Alternative names
- Ometec; OlmesartanPlus
- Therapeutic class
- Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist; Thiazide Diuretic
- Pharmacological class
- Sartan; Thiazide
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; headache; fatigue
- Moderate side effects
- hyperuricaemia; hyperglycaemia; orthostatic hypotension; nausea
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- formulated to target elevated blood pressure readings through dual mechanisms.
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Accord
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature below 30°C.
- Drug interactions
- lithium; potassium-sparing diuretics; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children under 18 years.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Must not be used during pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to olmesartan; hypersensitivity to sulphonamides; severe renal impairment; severe hepatic impairment; cholestasis; refractory hypokalaemia
Precautions and warnings
monitor electrolyte levels regularly; avoid excessive sun exposure due to photosensitivity
Serious side effects
acute renal failure, requires immediate medical attention; angioedema, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Benicar HCT combines an angiotensin II receptor blocker with a diuretic. The angiotensin blocker relaxes blood vessels, allowing easier blood flow, while the diuretic helps the body eliminate excess water and salt through the kidneys, reducing overall fluid volume and lowering blood pressure effectively.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Benicar Hct
Benicar Hct combines olmesartan and hydrochlorothiazide, a dual-action medication used for the management of hypertension. The same active ingredients are also sold under other brand names like Ometec and Olmesartanplus, manufactured by companies such as Accord. These are supplied as tablets in strengths of 20/12.5mg and 40/12.5mg.
Buying Benicar Hct online
Benicar Hct is registered across 13 markets including Taiwan, South Korea and Japan, with availability also in the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong. Generic olmesartan and hydrochlorothiazide, often produced in India, provide an affordable alternative to the original brand for expats needing consistent access. As one of the most ordered forms of this treatment across the region, it can be ordered online with reliable delivery throughout these areas.