Question 1

what is good to take for allergies that don't make me drowsy and don't interfere with my blood pressure and my medicine benicar (olmesartan) hct 40/25?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamine: Medications such as otc zyrtec, Claritin (loratadine) and allegra. Avoid the one with decongestant.

Question 2

benicar (olmesartan) 40.12.5mg for hypertension. lately right eye hurts in the a.m. allergy eye drops no help. today vision a little blurry in that eye. help pleas

Accepted Answer

Advice only!: We can't help you in any way except to convince you to see an eye doctor, either a ophthalmologist or a qualified optometrist, right a way.  The combination of eye pain and vision loss can indicate a serious condition that needs prompt &amp; proper treatment to avoid permanent loss of vision.  Please take this advice seriously.  I wish you the best.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: olmesartan allergy?

Accepted Answer

Med allergy: An allergy to olmesartan (brand name, Benicar) implies an allergy to a drug in the angiotensin receptor blocker category.  One would have to know the specifics of the signs or symptoms to judge whether or not it is an allergy.  In addition, an allergic reaction might be specific for only one drug in a class or it might pertain to all members of a class.

Question 4

what kind of allergy medicine can i take while taking, tribenzor (amlodipine and hydrochlorothiazide and olmesartan) and losarten 100/50?

Accepted Answer

Allergy Meds Fine: There are no contraindications for taking these medications while on allergy medicine (like antihistamines or steroid nasal sprays).

Question 5

is a chronic cough caused by benicar (olmesartan)?

Accepted Answer

Benicar (olmesartan) is...: An angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor. This class of blood pressure medications is notorious for causing chronic dry cough. If these symptoms started shortly after starting this medication the patient is advised to discuss this with the prescribing physician. This is a medication that should not just be stopped because of a potential rebound effect on  the blood pressure.

Question 6

can the medication benicar (olmesartan) cause you to retain water ?

Accepted Answer

Edema: Benicar (olmesartan), like other angiotensin receptor blockers (ARB's), can cause swelling of the face (facial edema) and lips as an allergic reaction, but it is not otherwise associated with fluid retention

Question 7

medlineplus site has warning: spironolactone has caused tumors in laboratory animals. how safe is it. also can you use with bb bystolic (nebivolol) &benicar/hct?

Accepted Answer

Very safe: Spironolactone has been in use for decades, so i would not worry about the animal data. The drug is safe in people and that is all that matters. You can use it in any fashion as per your doctor recommendations.

Question 8

my doctor took me off of nifedipine due to swelling but now i am learning that the labetalol causes it as well. i was taking both. now i am on a fluid pill, labetalol and the generic of benicar. also why should i get labs done often?

Accepted Answer

: As a followup to my previous answer, diuretics can cause low potassium,high uric acid,worsen diabetes and have an effect on kidney function. Benicar,an angiotensin receptor blocker, can raise serum potassium and affect kidney function. I recommend checking electrolytes,uric acid,glucose,BUN&amp; creatinine after 2 weeks and, if OK, every 3 months thereafter.

Question 9

i'm on omeprazole. synthroid. ativan. benicar. and toprol (metoprolol) xr. can any of these cause heart palpitations or serious cardiac effects?

Accepted Answer

Synthroid (thyroxine) may: If you thyroid medication is not properly dosed, it may contribute to or cause palpitations. Btw, toprol (metoprolol) would only help it.

Question 10

have clear nasal drainage, some cough for over week. take benicar and norvasc.  tried mucinex (guaifenesin) but caused bp to elevate.  what  can i take  to dry up?

Accepted Answer

Sinuses: Often the source of the drainage is the sinuses.  Often a steroid nasal inhaler is the answer.  See your doctor.

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What is good to take for allergies that don't make me drowsy and don't interfere with my blood pressure and my medicine benicar (olmesartan) hct 40/25?

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Benicar (olmesartan) 40.12.5mg for hypertension. lately right eye hurts in the a.m. allergy eye drops no help. today vision a little blurry in that eye. help pleas

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What is the definition or description of: olmesartan allergy?

A member asked:

What kind of allergy medicine can i take while taking, tribenzor (amlodipine and hydrochlorothiazide and olmesartan) and losarten 100/50?

A member asked:

Is a chronic cough caused by benicar (olmesartan)?

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Can the medication benicar (olmesartan) cause you to retain water ?

A member asked:

Medlineplus site has warning: spironolactone has caused tumors in laboratory animals. how safe is it. also can you use with bb bystolic (nebivolol) &benicar/hct?

A member asked:

My doctor took me off of nifedipine due to swelling but now i am learning that the labetalol causes it as well. i was taking both. now i am on a fluid pill, labetalol and the generic of benicar. also why should i get labs done often?

A member asked:

I'm on omeprazole. synthroid. ativan. benicar. and toprol (metoprolol) xr. can any of these cause heart palpitations or serious cardiac effects?

A member asked:

Have clear nasal drainage, some cough for over week. take benicar and norvasc. tried mucinex (guaifenesin) but caused bp to elevate. what can i take to dry up?

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