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small round pill with sankyo on one side and c22 on the other ## SANKYO C22 is Benicar HCT. IMPRINT CODE: SANKYO C22 COLOR: REDDISH-YELLOW SHAPE: ROUND FORM: TABLET ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL 20 MG HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG ## It is for high blood pressure. Those are actually pretty strong ones. I take the c14 for stage two Hypertension. ## The identification provided is correct, and this medication is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. NDC: 57664-0758 The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, increased urination, and hypotension. Ref: Medline Plus Benicar Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have taken Benicar for years. Dr. tried a different BP medicine and I started a dry cough for weeks......back to Benicar, and cough went away. In December, Dr. switched me to olmesartan, which, as I understand it is generic for Benecar. I've been coughing ever since.........is that even possible? Are the two medicines identical, or is it possible that for me, Olmesartan causes cough but Benicar does not? ## I also recently switched from Benicar to the generic form. Can't stop with the dry cough. After hearing of your experience, I'm calling my cardiologist. This is intolerable! ## It is always possible for your body to suddenly start reacting differently to a medication, and for you to start experiencing new side effects. Our bodies do change with time, so it does happen. ...

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My spouse has tried both bp meds. The benicar is u much better med than thr loristatin. Benicar works very well. The loriststin just doesn't work @ all. The benicaris much more expensive but what's the point if you get something that doesn't even work. We will stay with benicar. Thank you?? ## Has anyone else experienced severe cramps and Charlie horses while taking benicar hct ? ## Benicar contains the active ingredient Olmesartan, it is most commonly used to treat hypertension, and certain cardiac conditions. Its typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. However, there is no medication available under the name Loristatin. There is Losartan, which is another medication used to treat hypertension, and Lovastatin, whic...

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I found a small round white tablet marked C 14 in my house and would like to find out what this pill is used for. The reverse side has a notch in it. ## Based on the description provided, the closest match I'm finding is identified as Benicar (olmesartan) 20 mg; used in the treatment of high blood pressure. Manufacturer: Sankyo Pharma National Drug Code (NDC): 65597-0103 NOTE: This pill however, is white and round with "C 14" on one side and "SANKYO" on the other. Is it possible that your pill also has a faint marking like that on the other side? I hope this helps! ## Hi David, thanks for your reply. This pill however has nothing written on the other side. Thanks again, Joan ## Have you found out what the tablet is for yet? please let me know... ## It is mostl likely...

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Is the dosage strength equivalent? What if any difference are there between the two besides price? ## The active ingredient in Losartan is Losartan potassium. This drug is manufactured by Teva Pharms. The active ingredient in Benicar is Olmesartan medoxomil. This drug is manufactured by Daiichi Sankyo. From what I could gather, both drugs are classified as an angiotensin II receptor antagonist, used to treat high blood pressure. That said, the only differences I could find were between the chemical structures of the drug itself, as well as any other inactive ingredients that the different manufacturers decide to put into the pill. Both of these factors however can influence how the the drug absorbs into your system and therefore determine how effective one is over the other, which can v...

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I'm on 40 mgs of Benicar and need a lower cost drug with no cough side effect. ## I take 40mg Bencar tab in am and 20mg in pm - also take Cardia XT an Coreg, cost for Bencar is too expensive is there any other drug that would work in place of the Bencar? Thank you ## I have elevated blood pressure and the only way to get it down is the three drugs I have listed. I tried numerous others with no luck. ## what takes the place of benacar if there is no generic ## For anyone else seeking information on lower cost alternatives, if they are taking a blood pressure medication that costs too much, I'd like to add some details for you. First of all, there are well over 100 blood pressure medications on the market in various classes. So, if you are having bad side effects from one, or find...

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I take 40mg benicar with hctz 12.5mg, Is it safe to take 10mg zyrtec along with the Benicar, and will adding the zyrtec raise blood pressures? ## Yes, there is a risk of Zyrtec causing changes in blood pressure, though it is is not common, according to FDA reports. Typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, mood changes, and weight changes. What are your current blood pressure levels? Have they been high, or low?

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difficulty with swallowing pills. can swallow 20mg , not able to swallow 40 mg .. which is more advised. 2 20 mg. or can 40 mg be crushed and taken? ## I hope you have gotten your answer by now, but it is fine to crush this medication and administer it in some applesauce, jelly, jam or the like. ## Any medication that is not time released can usually be crushed, or broken, to make it easier to take, as long as the manufacturer, or your pharmacist doesn't instruct otherwise. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Are you on any other medications?

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pink, oblong, C25 & SANKYO ## Sankyo Pharma lists this tablet as being a Benicar HCT, which contains 25mgs of Hydrochlorothiazide and 40mgs of Olmesartan. It is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and some cardiac conditions. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Cannot tolerate ACE inhibitors (24 hrs of coughing) nor calcium channel blockers (little help; leg swelling). On Benicar HCT and have persistent sinus problems and coughing that do not respond to allergy or sinus medications. Doc insists that the benicar is not the reason! Anyone else had this problem? How did you solve it? ## I have the same problem, am on Norvacs...a nurse friend told me it was probably the bp meds but I can find nothing to substantiate that. Help!!! ## Is it safe to take 2 pyridoxine 25mg plus 1 bilocor 5mg twice daily, over 50yrs female to lower blood pressure? ## Yes, these medications have been known to cause sinus issues, as reported by the FDA, which may include drainage, stuffiness, and congestion. I've experienced it myself, taking Candesartan, and Losarta...

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this is a round white pill with SANKYO on one side and C14 on the other ## Sankyo Pharma list this tablet as being a 20mg Benicar tablet, it contains the active ingredient Olmesartan and is most commonly used to help treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, increased urination, and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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pink salmon colore oblong pill with c25 on back and sankyo on the other side ## Sankyo Pharma lists this as being a Benicar HCT tablet, which contains 25mgs of Hydrochlorothiazide and 40mgs of Olmesartan. It is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have a white pill that's oval in shape like a football and has "Sankyo" on one side with "C15" on the other side. What is it? ## Hi Sam, A white oval / oblong pill with "SANKYO" on one side and C15 on the other is reportedly identified as Benicar (Olmesartan medoxomil) 40mg; marketed for use in treating hypertension. For verification, the manufacturer is listed as Sankyo Pharma (also known as Sun Pharma) and the pill itself carries a National Drug Code of 57664-0757. I hope this helps!

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orange/pinkish color and oblong Sanko written on one side C25 the other. ## Sankyo Pharma lists this as being a Benicar tablet, which contains 25mgs of Hydrochlorothiazide, and 40mgs of Olmesartan, it is most commonly used to treat high blood pressure, and certain cardiac conditions. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I was on Losartan for 5 years and for the last 5 years on Benicar 20 OD. About 10 days back my blood pressure showed increased values of 180/100 and fluctuated between 180/110 to 140/90. I also continued having a dull headache. I have since enhanced the dosage to Benicar 40 OD. Now the blood pressure is keeping itself at values below 110/70. Can I revert back to Benicar 20 after some time?

Maybe Benicar is the problem, so I want to get off 20mgs of Benicar that I'm thinking could be a factor, as it has caused a loss of appetite, cough, and fatigue. And instead of my usual 10:00 pm bedtime. I cant make it past 8:30. Constant loose stools 6 to 8 per day. Med lowers my blood pressure, but I want to get off. ## Hello, Pepshep! How are you? The FDA classifies Benicar as an ARB and those can all be typical side effects of it. You may also experience headache and increased urination. However, it is very important that you see your doctor to switch to a different medication and not just stop taking this medication. Letting your blood pressure go out of control puts you at risk of heart attack, stroke or congestive heart failure, all of which could be fatal. Once the cough set...

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Is there an angiotensin II receptor antagonist generic alternative to the drug listed above? What is it's name? I only take one BP pill. ## Hello, Bert! How are you? Yes, there are a couple you could ask your doctor about trying, such as Losartan and Candesartan. I've actually taken both and found them to work very well for me. The FDA lists their typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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When will Benicar be offered in a generic/less expensive form? ## Hello, Laurie! How are you? It will most likely be several years, yet. However, there are other medications in this same drug class that are available as generics, such as Losartan and Candesartan, which you could ask your doctor about switching to, if Benicar is too expensive. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, dry cough and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Both alternatives r not usable as cause major blood pressure spikes; been advised by both pharmacist and cardiologist to never try alternative to Benicar as there is no true substitute.

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is this a generic brand for benicar ## Hello, Lou! How are you? No, it is not. The blue tablet with the M A8 marking is manufactured by UDL Laboratories and they list it as containing 2.5mgs of Amlodipine. However, Benicar contains the active ingredient Olmesartan. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Can this be a form or substitute of benicar hct ??? ## Hello, Robb! This tablet is manufactured by Zydus Pharmaceuticals and they list is as containing 200mgs of Hydroxychloroquine. The FDA shows this medication as being used to treat or prevent malaria. Its typical side effects may include nausea, blurred vision, headache, unusual bruising and weakness. So no, it is not a substitute for Benicar and will do nothing to treat high blood pressure or a cardiac condition. Bencher contains the active ingredient Olmesartan, which is classified by the FDA as an ARB. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain and hypotension. Were you given this in place of Benicar? ## Yes by mistake of the pharmacist....... I noticed that the pills were different tha...

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