Side Effects of Olmesartan Medoxomil-Hydrochlorothiazide

As with any medication, side effects of olmesartan medoxomil-hydrochlorothiazide can occur. Common ones include dizziness, nausea, and upper respiratory tract infections. There are also some more serious and rare side effects, such as seizures, difficulty breathing and swallowing, and hair loss. However, in most cases, olmesartan medoxomil-hydrochlorothiazide side effects are minor and easily treated by you or your healthcare provider.

Olmesartan Medoxomil-HCTZ

Side Effects of Olmesartan Medoxomil-Hydrochlorothiazide: An Overview

As with any medicine, side effects are possible with olmesartan medoxomil-hydrochlorothiazide (Benicar HCT^®). However, not everyone who takes the drug will experience side effects. In fact, most people tolerate it quite well. If side effects do occur, in many cases, they are minor, meaning they require no treatment or are easily treated by you or a healthcare provider. Serious side effects can occur, but are less common.

(This article covers many, but not all, of the possible side effects with olmesartan medoxomil-hydrochlorothiazide. Your healthcare provider can discuss a more complete list of olmesartan medoxomil-hydrochlorothiazide side effects with you.)

Serious Olmesartan Medoxomil-Hydrochlorothiazide Side Effects

Some

side effects of olmesartan medoxomil-hydrochlorothiazide should be reported immediately to your healthcare provider. These include but are not limited to:

Unexplained skin rash
Unexplained blisters or peeling of the skin
Itching
Unexplained swelling of the head or neck (including the face, lips, tongue, or throat)
Wheezing
Difficulty breathing or swallowing
Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting spells
Decrease in the amount of urine produced
Dry mouth
Increased thirst
Weakness
Tiredness
Restlessness
Seizures
Confusion
Muscle pain or cramps
Nausea or vomiting
Weak or irregular heartbeat.

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