Benicar HCT FAQs
How much does Benicar HCT cost without insurance?
The average price of Benicar HCT is around $1,637.35 for 90, 40-25mg tablets, without insurance. You can save money on your out-of-pockets for Benicar HCT by using a SingleCare discount card. With our Benicar HCT coupons you could pay the reduced price of $35.66 for 90, 40-25mg tablets of generic Benicar HCT for your Benicar HCT prescription refill at your local pharmacy.
How much does Benicar HCT cost with insurance?
The cost of Benicar HCT with insurance can vary based on the insurance plan. However, your pharmacist can help you to determine what your copay is for your Benicar HCT prescription. When you use our prescription savings card you could pay a discounted price of $35.66 for 90, 40-25mg tablets of generic Benicar HCT for Benicar HCT at your local pharmacy. Your pharmacist can help you to compare prices to find the best one.
Does Medicare cover Benicar HCT and how much does it cost?
Medicare does not typically cover Benicar HCT but you can save money on your out-of-pocket expenses for Benicar HCT with discount card from SingleCare. Usually, Benicar HCT retails for about $1,637.35 for 90, 40-25mg tablets but with a Benicar HCT savings card from SingleCare you could pay just $35.66 for 90, 40-25mg tablets of generic Benicar HCT. You can also ask your pharmacist about a generic equivalent to Benicar HCT that may be covered by Medicare.
Is there a generic of Benicar HCT?
Benicar HCT is a brand-name prescription drug. Olmesartan-hydrochlorothiazide is the generic version of Benicar HCT.
What is Benicar HCT?
Benicar HCT is a brand-name combination prescription drug that is used to lower hypertension or high blood pressure. Benicar HCT and similar medicines that lower your blood pressure can also reduce your risk of stroke or heart attack. This medication is often recommended along with lifestyle changes including exercise and a low sodium diet. If you are a smoker your doctor may recommend that you quit. You may also need additional medicines to treat your cholesterol and to prevent blood clots.
Do not use Benicar HCT if you are allergic to any of its active ingredients (olmesartan medoxomil hydrochlorothiazide) or any other part of this medication.
Before you use Benicar HCT you need to inform your doctor about other medical conditions you may have, including liver or kidney problems, lupus, diabetes, gout, and a history of allergy or bronchial asthma. You will also need to tell your doctor about the medications you are using including water pills, insulin, lithium for depression, steroids, cholesterol-lowering medications such as colestipol, and aspirin or other NSAIDs.
You should only use Benicar HCT how it was prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without first talking to your doctor.
Do not drink alcohol while you use Benicar HCT. Alcohol, when combined with Benicar HCT may cause your blood pressure to become too low which can have adverse effects on your body.
What are the side effects of Benicar HCT?
The most common side effect of Benicar HCT is dizziness. You could also get serious side effects such as changes in your body's salts (potassium and sodium) and an allergic reaction to Benicar HCT. Symptoms of changes in your body's salts include little or no urination, muscle pain or cramps, dry mouth, increased thirst, and tiredness. If you have any of these symptoms get immediate medical attention. This is not a complete list of side effects and others can occur when you use Benicar HCT.
