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What Causes Productive Cough While On Benicar?
I have taken Benicar for 12 years with no side effects. It controlled my HBP well until the last 2 years when amolpidine was added. Over the last year I have developed a usually dry/sometimes productive cough which is getting worse. It is now constant and VERY annoying. Is it likely that this cough is related to the Benicar? Is there something else I should ask my doctor to check?
Wed, 19 Dec 2018
Hello,
A cough is a known side effect of Benicar.
I recommend you to use a mucolytic to relieve a cough.
I also recommend drinking a lot of liquids.
If the symptoms continue I recommend consulting your doctor about an alternative medication to control the blood pressure.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi,
General & Family Physician
A cough is a known side effect of Benicar.
I recommend you to use a mucolytic to relieve a cough.
I also recommend drinking a lot of liquids.
If the symptoms continue I recommend consulting your doctor about an alternative medication to control the blood pressure.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi,
General & Family Physician
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