Benicar Hct
Olmesartan Medoxomil · Hydrochlorothiazide
Intended to relieve stubborn hypertension to support lower vascular volume and target systemic blood pressure reduction.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredients
- Olmesartan Medoxomil · Hydrochlorothiazide
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 40mg + 12.5mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Benicar Hct, depending on stock.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Benicar Hct vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Benicar Hct details
- Condition
- Hypertension
- Alternative names
- olmesartan medoxomil, hydrochlorothiazide
- Therapeutic class
- Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist, Thiazide Diuretic Combination
- Pharmacological class
- Antihypertensive Combination
- Contraindications
- pregnancy; anuria; severe renal impairment
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; headache; fatigue
- Moderate side effects
- hyperkalaemia; electrolyte depletion; orthostatic hypotension
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Daiichi Sankyo
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Lithium; NSAIDs; Potassium Supplements
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults.
Serious side effects
angioedema, requires immediate medical attention; severe acute renal dysfunction, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
intended to relieve stubborn hypertension to support lower vascular volume and target systemic blood pressure reduction.
Mechanism of action
Olmesartan blocks angiotensin II receptors while hydrochlorothiazide promotes urinary sodium and fluid clearance, combining actions synergistically.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category D: High risk of fetal toxicity. Contraindicated in pregnancy. Breastfeeding: Avoid.
What you will receive
Benicar Hct is the originator brand name, made by Daiichi Sankyo. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Daiichi Sankyo.
- The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Olmesartan Medoxomil / Hydrochlorothiazide is offered.
- The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
- Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.