After taking benicar for a few years I've switched to Losartan because of the cost?'ve been on Benicar for quite a time, but my doctor switched me to losartan because of the high expense of Benicar. After taking it for nearly two weeks, I do seem to be experiencing more pain than normal( I have advanced osteoarthritis) and am wondering if this could be caused by the Losartan.
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LaurieShay13 Aug 2011
Hey labsnme,
This could be a serious side effect of the Losartan and needs to be addressed by the doctor as soon as possible. The following is a link to the list of possible side effects of Losartan:
http://www.drugs.com/sfx/losartan-side-effects.html
Best wishes,
Laurie
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