| What is Benicar used for? Benicar
is used to treat high blood pressure in adults. It may be
used alone or with other medicines that treat high blood pressure.
Who should not take Benicar?
Do not take Benicar if you are allergic to Benicar or to any of the
ingredients in Benicar.
Special Warning with Benicar:
Do not take Benicar if you are pregnant. If you get pregnant while
taking Benicar, stop taking Benicar right away and call your
health care provider . Benicar and other medicines like Benicar
can harm your baby.
What should I tell my health care provider?
Tell your health care provider if you:
- are trying to become pregnant, are already pregnant,
or are breast-feeding
- have or had kidney problems
Tell your health care provider about all the medicines
you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines,
vitamins, and herbal supplements. Especially tell your health
care provider if you are taking duiretics (water pills).
What are some possible side effects of Benicar?
(This is NOT a complete list of
side effects reported with Benicar. Your health care provider
can discuss with you a more complete list of side effects.)
The most common side effect with Benicar is dizziness.
For more detailed information about Benicar, ask your health
care provider or pharmacist.
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