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Does olmesartan medoxomil cause swelling in the lower leg, ankles and feet? please, need some answers?

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Benicar (olmesartan): Peripheral edema ( swelling ) is listed as a side effect of that medication .

Answered 4/19/2019

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