Olmesartan for High Blood Pressure User Reviews (Page 4)

• Anonymous
• November 30, 2011

Olmesartan "I've taken my first dose of Benicar (olmesartan medosomil) 40 mg. I have felt some atrial fibrillation. My doctor wants me to try it for two weeks and a follow-up visit in thirty days to treat hypertension 160/110/105. Previously, I was taking diltiazem 240 mg, that was not lowering my blood pressure. Also, my hair started coming out in large amounts when combed, after only two weeks."

• Tar...
• January 31, 2011

Olmesartan "I have been very pleased with the effectiveness of Benicar 20 mg. I started out taking Benicar 20/12.5 mg, and the 12.5 HCTZ caused dizziness and light-headedness after several days of use. So I requested the plain Benicar 20 mg without the HCTZ diuretic, and I have felt much better, no problems at all. My blood pressure has stayed at 120/78, and often it is even lower. I take it once daily and go about my normal routine."

• phi...
• July 22, 2008

Olmesartan "Am on Benicar 40 mg once a day. It works pretty well, although the doctor had to add 25 mg HCTZ to get my blood pressure to 120/70. Causes minimal dizziness, not aware of any other side effects. Prior medicines included lisinopril, which worked better but caused me to cough all the time, and Toprol XL. One thing about Benicar - it sped up my heart rate by about 20 beats, which my doctor said was OK."

• Cla...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 14, 2017

"Side effects, reflux, heartburn, rapid weight gain, dizziness, generalized osteoarthritis pain, restless legs and leg pain, insomnia, urinary tract infection, blurred vision, tiredness, silent migraine, nausea, heavy legs and body after taking in the evening, aspiration of stomach contents, reflux while asleep scary... Lots of side effects, going to GP to have a change of meds, feel terrible with all these side effects. Blood pressure lowered as a result on a positive note..."

• blu...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 31, 2016

Olmesartan "Had an active lifestyle, was able to do a 40-50 min treadmill workout (run/walk) and was able to participate in outdoor soccer. Lost gf, grandmother died, horrible boss in new job in 3 months = 189/125 diagnosed accidentally. First 20 mg (85% effective), then 40 mg worked. Blood pressure: normal, weight gain 30 pounds added. Other impacts: cramps while playing soccer. Enhanced sensation of muscle fatigue (post hitting ball) or muscle in body. Next day feel effects. Stopped running/bike ride, rowing ok. Flaky rash on elbows, dime size, now double (use moisturizer/Nivea aftershave on it, works). Weight gain, depression 3 hours after taking meds, lazy. Potassium sports drink helped muscle recovery, feel good (doctor says don't take potassium)."

• Psy...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 30, 2017

"I'm a medical doctor, and I was tested to show high BP. I ignored it for many years till I began to get the occasional headache, and with a lot of coffee, I would experience near panic attacks. Then I was put on Olmesartan by the cardiologist at 160/110, and within minutes, my blood pressure was under control at a very low dose, as I have realized that I am exquisitely sensitive to Olmesartan even at 20 mg. So I am taking 10 mg Olmesartan with the initial lightheadedness at every dose administration. After 15 minutes, the symptoms pass, and I am in control for a day and a half. So I have my portable BP instrument with me, OMRON, and my BP is 120/85 most times, though it can fluctuate. But I dose myself every alternate day, and it's GREAT!"

• fis...
• October 30, 2008

Olmesartan "I am 47 and slightly overweight. I started Benicar 20 mg (first BP medicine) 3 weeks ago for mild hypertension (145/90). The drug hasn't done much to date. My blood pressure now averages 135/80 during the day, but still is around 140/85 in the morning. No side effects except I recently started having rapid heartbeat episodes, mostly during my 30-minute workouts on the elliptical machine. Sometimes I also experience these in the middle of the night. Don't remember having these issues prior to Benicar."

• onl...
• January 12, 2009

Olmesartan "I have been taking Benicar 20/12.5 Hydrochlorothiazide for 7 years now. It works well and keeps my blood pressure at 120/75-80. Regular Benicar without diuretic did not work so well, so I switched to HCT about 6 years ago. I do experience dizziness occasionally and get light-headed, but I was told that's normal."

• Anonymous
• February 26, 2011

Olmesartan "I was first put on lisinopril, but it made me cough. Switched to Benicar, and it has worked well. I take half of 20 mg in the mornings. No side effects to report. My blood pressure was just a little high, and it lowered into the normal range."

• Anonymous
• March 2, 2008

Olmesartan "I have been on Benicar for quite some time for pulmonary hypertension. I have none of the symptoms listed below, nor do I have any negative side effects. I take 20 mg twice a day. It has really helped to lower my blood pressure."

• Hel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 25, 2025

"Just wanted to come on here to let everyone know that I have been on this medication after switching from losartan. I take 20 mg a day and have no side effects. I was a little tired in the beginning, and I used to get a little dizzy when standing up. My blood pressure was well controlled in the beginning, but now it is creeping up just a little. Might have to double the dose. DON'T BE SCARED. You will be fine. It is trial and error. Take the pill and forget about it. The anxiety about taking the pill will make you feel worse than the pill itself. Good luck!"

• Jif...
• March 16, 2008

Olmesartan "High blood pressure runs in my family, and I've had it since I was very young. We never realized it, and I could've had a heart attack if it weren't for this drug. After a while, my body got used to 10 mg, so it was increased to 15. Either way, it works like a charm. I have so much more energy, and migraines are at a minimum."

• Jon...
• March 13, 2009

Olmesartan "I have been taking Benicar 20 mg for about three months. I am about 45 lbs overweight and 37 years old. The medication is working very well, my readings are at 120/80 daily, sustained. I do not watch what foods I eat or drink that much, and I also don't take any other medicines. Excellent product for me!"

• smi...
• June 6, 2008

Olmesartan "Started Benicar HCT 20/12.5 Sunday morning, Monday evening blood pressure was up, took second tablet that evening. Then took 1 morning and 1 evening. Friday morning woke up and walked downstairs with no aches or pains (morning walk has been painful for the last 20 years). I hope this trend continues. Peeing every 90 mins, otherwise no side effects."

• Bud...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• June 16, 2017

"Olmesartan gets my BP down, but with downsides - sometimes systolic and diastolic decrease at different rates, and my body has difficulty adjusting back to normal. I have experienced all of the following side effects: elevated heart rate, chest pain, vertigo, breathlessness during exercise, lightheadedness. I am looking for an alternative with fewer side effects. The best advice I can give is that you should first get yourself a good BP monitor. I got myself an OMRON BP652, which is excellent. I chose a wrist monitor because it is small, portable, and easy to use. You will benefit by finding your own optimal dosage (40 mg/day was way too much for me). Effectiveness 9/10; Side effects 3/10 Overall 6/10."

• Anonymous
• May 30, 2008

Olmesartan "I love this stuff. Works like a charm for someone with hypertension. There are no side effects for me. Also had no migraines while on this one, which many others have caused. Great energy and overall condition while taking it."

• Anonymous
• December 12, 2010

Olmesartan "I'm taking Benicar 40 mg for high blood pressure 163/100 on average. I'm slightly overweight (47). Benicar has actually reduced my dizziness I had prior to taking blood pressure medications. I tried water pills, but blood pressure got worse. My doctor knows I'm the kind of patient that will stop taking medications that bother me, so she skipped the lisinopril and went straight for the Benicar, and I'm glad she did. Although it's day 4 now, and my blood pressure is 124/58, sort of low after being in the 100s a few days ago. Maybe I'll need the 20 mg, but I love the focus and energy I have again, and the looser bowels are an additional perk! Knees stopped hurting from arthritis too."

• Doc...
• April 26, 2015

Olmesartan "Noted that many are concerned about the price of Benicar. Go on their website, and you can get a coupon that will reduce the co-pay on your Benicar to no more than $25 per month, assuming you have health insurance."

• kit...
• May 11, 2011

Olmesartan "I've been taking Benicar for about 2 years now. Every other medicine tended to make my feet and ankles swell badly, but this medicine is great. My blood pressure is consistently about 110/70 (sometimes lower). No side effects. I take it in the mornings and do not have a problem with drowsiness, even though I'm really prone to this side effect with other medicines. I just wish my insurance covered it on their formulary. As it is, I pay $45/month. This, in combination with the diabetic medicines and supplies, really takes a toll on my budget. But I guess the results are worth it. As a state worker in California, though, I may have to investigate less expensive options soon!"

• soc...
• May 28, 2009

Olmesartan "I have been using Benicar for about a year now, and it is great. It is one of those medicines that I can't tell I'm taking. No real side effects. I was taking it at night before I went to bed, but I was waking up to go to the bathroom a lot. Now I take it mid-morning, and I still have to go to the bathroom a lot, but at least it isn't waking me up. On the days I forget, I realize it because I'm not going to the bathroom half as much as when I do. For whatever that's worth. Great medication, though, and glad I started after being very resistant about going to the doctor."

• Jel...
• April 4, 2009

Olmesartan "I have been on Benicar HCT for 2 years after being diagnosed with high blood pressure at 23. Side effects were dizziness, constant sleepiness, and weird heartbeats, but it works amazingly. After dropping some weight, I have just been dropped down to regular Benicar and have no complaints. Awesome stuff. Now, if they could only make it taste better."

• Yoo...
• April 18, 2009

Olmesartan "I have been taking Benicar 40 mg for about 4 years. Dizziness is the only occasional trouble. Never had any problems associated with drinking alcohol, even after some all-night vodka binges - no hangovers either. That was some years ago. I don't drink much nowadays. Blood pressure alternates but is never above 130/80. Interestingly, after running 7 miles (I do it once a week or so), systolic count is often below 110 and diastolic in the low sixties within 5 minutes of the run. I am 56. I am thinking of lowering to 20 mg."

• bsm...
• January 11, 2011

Olmesartan "Was put on Benicar 20 mg twice a day after suffering a stroke. Works great with other meds that I'm taking due to stents. Tried other blood pressure meds, but none of them works as well as the Benicar."

• BP ...
• September 10, 2008

Olmesartan "I have been using Benicar for six years at 20 mg once per day, and I have very good readings. I also do not have the side effects I was getting using a diuretic type BP medicine. Never again will I use one of those. Benicar was a godsend for me as I am allergic to ACE inhibitors."

• Anonymous
• June 22, 2009

Olmesartan "I've been taking Benicar 20 mg/12.5 HCT for about 7 years, and it works great. It keeps my blood pressure down to 120-125/75-80. I do experience dizziness and light-headedness frequently, but I sit at a desk most of the day at work, so it's no big deal. I also cannot stay out in the sun long at all. I don't know if this is a side effect of Benicar, but also 2 years ago, I started getting vision 'floaters' and had to change to another prescription twice. I'm only 43, and my vision is no longer 20/20 and can only get 20/40 with corrective lenses. The eye doctor doesn't see anything wrong and says 20/40 is okay. I'll get a 2nd opinion just in case. Also, I started getting flushing or 'red face and neck' about 3 years ago. It comes and goes. Benicar is the only medicine I use."