This text is for informational purposes only. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist before using any medication.

Common side effects of Benicar Plus / Olmetec Plus include:

• dizziness
• lightheadedness
• bronchitis
• back pain
• joint or muscle pain
• stomach pain
• nausea
• diarrhea
• itching or skin rash
• weakness
• headache
• flu-like symptoms
• blood in the urine
• sinus infections.

If these or other unlisted symptoms persist or worsen, talk to a doctor or pharmacist.

Get medical help right away if you have any of the following symptoms:

• lightheadedness
• fluid retention with little or no urination
• swelling of the hands or feet (edema)
• nausea
• weakness
• tingly feeling
• chest pain
• fast or irregular heartbeat
• loss of movement.

Benicar Plus / Olmetec Plus treats high blood pressure (hypertension).

Here are some signs that a doctor may look for when considering ARBs for treatment;

• High Blood Pressure (Hypertension): Although high blood pressure often doesn’t induce visible symptoms, some individuals might have headaches, difficulty breathing, nosebleeds or feelings of dizziness.
• Heart Failure: Signs of heart failure include tiredness, persistent coughing or wheezing, swelling in the legs or stomach (edema), breathing difficulties during activity or while lying down and sudden weight gain due to fluid retention.
• Chronic Kidney Disease in Diabetes: Individuals with diabetes who are experiencing kidney problems may display symptoms such as blood pressure, swelling (edema), fatigue and changes in urination frequency or appearance.
• Post heart attack: Following a heart attack, individuals might experience chest pain, fatigue and difficulty breathing. Moreover, irregular heartbeats, feelings of anxiety or ongoing weakness could also be present.