Question 1

i just started the generic of benicar once a day plus taking labetalol twice a day. i had to switch from nifedipine because i was swelling . how long does it take for benicar to work? ive only been on it for four days. it seems to be going up?

Accepted Answer

: Benicar is a good antihypertensive. We usually start with 20 mgs but wait 2 weeks before increasing to 40 mgs daily. Labitolol. referred to as a beta dilator, can also cause fluid retention. Adding a daily low dose diuretic like hydrochlorothiazide prevents edema&amp; helps lower BP when used with nifedipine or other antihypertensive meds which cause edema. Remember to have periodic blood tests though

Question 2

how long does it take for benicar (olmesartan) hct to work?

Accepted Answer

A few hours: Benicar (olmesartan) hct should work within a couple of hours of the first dose. The peak effect (steady state) should occur in about 3 days.

Question 3

dr changed me from benicar (olmesartan) hct to lisinopril hctz. also take metoprolol. will they work the same?

Accepted Answer

Very similar: They are first cousins - not identical twins, but very similar. Your new med is far less expensive than your old one. I prefer it.

Question 4

how long does it take for benicar (olmesartan) 20mg to start working?

Accepted Answer

Benicar (olmesartan): Benicar (olmesartan) is an angiotensin receptor binder or arb anti-hypertensive. It is absorbed and quickly metabolised in the gut. On average the drug should begin working within 20-40 minutes of ingestion. It works on a complex feedback system and can take up to two weeks before seeing any effects on your blood pressure. After two weeks your doctor may decide to adjust the dose if no benefits are seen.

Question 5

how long does it take for med benicar (olmesartan) to start working and to get out of your system?

Accepted Answer

Pharmacodynamics: The half life of Benicar (olmesartan) is 13 hours. That means it will reach steady state in about 65 hours and will take about the same amount time to wear off. That said, the usual practice is to give a new anti-hypertensive drug several weeks to have a full physiological effect.

Question 6

how long does it take to see the swelling in my ankles to get back in control after stopping nifedipine? will it go down even if im still having to take labetalol with my generic benicar? whats another good option for labetalol? sorry for my qts?

Accepted Answer

: It may take days (5-7 days) for the edema to resolve if nifedipine is the cause but you should see certain improvement within 3 days. If edema does not resolve beyond one week then other causes of leg edema should be entertained. Labetalol is a non-cardioseletive beta blocker and it can be replaced by carvedilol, propranolol LA, etc. Good luck.

Question 7

how long before benicar (olmesartan) take effect?

Accepted Answer

Within a day: Benicar or olmesartan should be largely absorbed and taking effect within the first day. Most people will see an effect much sooner than this.

Question 8

how long for benicar (olmesartan) to work? an hour?

Accepted Answer

Somewhat: You will see some blood pressure lowering in an hour, most of the effect after 2-3 days, and full effect after about 2 weeks of treatment.

Question 9

i take benicar (olmesartan) 40/25. is there something as good? i don't have health insurance and benicar (olmesartan) is expensive!

Accepted Answer

See below: U may take losartan 100-12.5 in place of benecar 40-25 (i don't recommend  25 mg of hctz (hydrochlorothiazide) to prevent electrolyte imbalance)
check BP periodically.

Question 10

can you take benicar (olmesartan) and adivan together?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are no significant interactions of these drugs,  please contact your prescriber to be sure.

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I just started the generic of benicar once a day plus taking labetalol twice a day. i had to switch from nifedipine because i was swelling . how long does it take for benicar to work? ive only been on it for four days. it seems to be going up?

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How long does it take for benicar (olmesartan) hct to work?

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Dr changed me from benicar (olmesartan) hct to lisinopril hctz. also take metoprolol. will they work the same?

A member asked:

How long does it take for benicar (olmesartan) 20mg to start working?

A member asked:

How long does it take for med benicar (olmesartan) to start working and to get out of your system?

A member asked:

How long does it take to see the swelling in my ankles to get back in control after stopping nifedipine? will it go down even if im still having to take labetalol with my generic benicar? whats another good option for labetalol? sorry for my qts?

A member asked:

How long before benicar (olmesartan) take effect?

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How long for benicar (olmesartan) to work? an hour?

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I take benicar (olmesartan) 40/25. is there something as good? i don't have health insurance and benicar (olmesartan) is expensive!

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Can you take benicar (olmesartan) and adivan together?

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