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Is benicar (olmesartan) an ace inhibitor?

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Olmesartan: Olmesartan(benicar)is not an ace inhibitor. It is an angiotensin receptor blocker. It acts further along the same pathway as an ace inhibitor and produces similar effects.

Answered 3/23/2021

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

ACE": No: it is an ARB. I specialize in high blood pressure and happy to do 2nd opinion. Live.

Answered 2/23/2017

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