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Are Olmesartan Medoxomil A Good Alternative Of Benicar HCT?
My husband has been taking Benicar HCT 40-25mg for years. The insurance will only pay for the generic now that it is available. I picked it up from the pharmacy today and it is Olmesartan Medoxomil, Amlodipine and Hydrochlorothiazide 40mg/5mg/25mg. It has an extra ingredient so I m not sure it is the right generic I m sorry, I ve decided to call my doctor tomorrow. Thanks anyway
Tue, 6 Nov 2018
Hello,
I would explain that it is true that there is another anti-hypertensive drug (amlodipine) in this new composed drug.
For this reason, the switch in this new medication may lead to low blood pressure.
I recommend discussing with your doctor on this issue.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
I would explain that it is true that there is another anti-hypertensive drug (amlodipine) in this new composed drug.
For this reason, the switch in this new medication may lead to low blood pressure.
I recommend discussing with your doctor on this issue.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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