Benicar
Formulated to mitigate high blood pressure, this medication is designed to support long-term cardiovascular health by relaxing the arterial walls.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Olmesartan
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Film-coated tablet
- Strengths
- 10 · 20 · 40mg
Benicar details
- Condition
- Hypertension
- Alternative names
- Olmetec
- Therapeutic class
- Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist
- Pharmacological class
- ARB
- Contraindications
- pregnancy; biliary obstruction
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor blood pressure regularly; may cause dizziness
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; fatigue
- Moderate side effects
- hyperkalaemia; elevated creatinine
- Dosage forms
- Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Daiichi Sankyo
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
- potassium supplements; lithium; nsaids
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in patients over 65.
Serious side effects
angioedema, requires immediate medical attention; renal failure, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Formulated to mitigate high blood pressure, this medication is designed to support long-term cardiovascular health by relaxing the arterial walls.
Mechanism of action
It blocks the action of angiotensin II, a hormone that narrows blood vessels. By relaxing these vessels, it allows blood to flow more easily, which lowers blood pressure.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Absolute contraindication; may cause fetal injury or death. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Benicar
Benicar is a treatment for hypertension that contains the active ingredient olmesartan. This medication is also sold under the brand name Olmetec. Produced by Daiichi Sankyo, it is supplied as a tablet in 10, 20 and 40mg strengths to help manage high blood pressure.
Buying Benicar online
Benicar is a frequently ordered medication for blood pressure management across the region. It is registered in 13 markets including Indonesia, Taiwan and South Korea, with availability also in Japan, the UAE and Singapore. Generic olmesartan, much of it made in India, offers a far more affordable alternative to the original brand for expats and those distant from a well-stocked local pharmacy. These options can be ordered online with delivery across our supported territories.