Generic Benicar 20 mg is in a class of drugs called angiotensin II receptor antagonists. Generic Benicar 20 mg prevents the constriction (narrowing) of blood vessels (veins and arteries).

Generic Benicar 20 mg is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).

Generic Benicar 20 mg contains the active ingredient olmesartan medoxomil, which is a type of medicine called an angiotensin II antagonist. Generic Benicar 20 mg works by preventing the action of a hormone in the body called angiotensin II.

Angiotensin II normally acts on special receptors in the body, with two main results. Firstly, it causes the peripheral blood vessels to narrow, and secondly, it stimulates the production of another hormone called aldosterone. Aldosterone causes salt and water to be retained by

Generic Benicar 20 mg should be taken once a day, preferably at the same time each day. < b>Generic Benicar 20 mg can be taken with or without food.

• dry mouth,
• excessive thirst,
• muscle pain or cramps,
• nausea and vomiting,
• weakness,
• dizziness,
• low blood pressure,
• slow or irregular heartbeat

Store Generic Benicar 20 mg out of the reach of children and in a container that small

Most Important Fact about Generic Benicar 20 mg
You must take Generic Benicar 20 mg regularly for it to be effective. Since blood pressure declines gradually, it may be a couple of weeks before you get significant benefits, and you must continue taking it even though you feel well. < strong>Generic Benicar 20 mg does not cure high blood pressure; it merely keeps it under control.

Generic Benicar 20 mg precautions if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Do not take Generic Benicar

Most Important Fact about Generic Benicar 20 mg
You must take Generic Benicar 20 mg regularly for it to be effective. Since blood pressure declines gradually, it may be a couple of weeks before you get significant benefits, and you must continue taking it even though you feel well. Generic Benicar 20 mg does not cure high blood pressure; it merely keeps it under control.

Generic Benicar 20 mg precautions if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Do not take Generic Benicar 20 mg

More common side effects of Generic Benicar 20 mg may include:

• back pain
• diarrhea
• dizziness
• sore throat
• stuffy nose or stuffy sinuses

Less common or rare side effects of Generic Benicar 20 mg may include:

• difficulty breathing or swallowing,
• hoarseness, or tightening of the throat
• swelling of your face, lips, tongue, hands, or feet
• unusual rash
• confusion, dizziness,
• lightheadedness or fainting
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