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Reviews for Benicar to treat High Blood Pressure

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Review by uspbear:

Does anyone on Benicar experience "vision floaters"?

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June 11, 2007 5:12 PM
Review by NurseDixie:

My 65-yr-old-Darling-Husband takes Benicar for HTN; and even though I'm an RN, didn't know what would happen to a person taking Benicar who becomes "run down" Twice after "burning the candle at both ends" my DH had episodes of profuse sweating, a non-palpable pulse, and passed out v-low BP. Cardiologist finally said Benicar can cause zero BP.

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November 29, 2007 2:39 PM
Review by eckstrom:

I have been troubled with "vision floaters" for several weeks now and I am on Benicar. It may be just a coincidence, but the eye doctor has not found another cause.

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August 15, 2007 9:01 AM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

BP dropped over 100 pts for systolic and diastolic pressures after ONE dose of 20/12.5 Benicar HCT. No side effects at all. Has remained below 120/78 for a week at two daily dosages of 20/12.5 AM and PM. Shortness of breath is gone, all leg and feet swelling is gone, and no increase in frequency of urination. Absolutely no side effects and BP taken twice a day, AM and PM is around 113/63.

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March 2, 2008 10:33 PM
Review by Grand4747: User Rating:  
   
10

I have no problems with my vision on Benicar 40MG. I have notice that my bowel movements has signifantly inproved, maybe the blood vessels in that area is benefited. I have lots of energy and no side effects.

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March 21, 2008 9:54 AM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

I have been using this medicine for almost 2 years with no side effects, which I am prone to from drugs, because of multiple organ issues. I take it at night which keeps me from worrying about getting drowsy during the day.

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April 18, 2008 4:36 PM
Review by Anonymous:

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

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March 2, 2008 6:10 PM
Review by Jiff: User Rating:  
   
10

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.

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March 16, 2008 1:32 AM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

My doctor put me on Benicar HCT about 7 years ago. I was the type of person who hated to take medication so I didn't take it consistently. I think that is why I finally realized every time I would take a pill I would wake up during the night with severe leg cramps. I told my doctor about it and he changed my prescription to plain Benicar. After that I take it regularly and have no side effects or problems at all and it keeps my blood pressure level at 110/70.

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July 5, 2009 9:01 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

20mg a day has been enough to put me well into the safety zone. I haven't had any side effects, except occasional dizziness when standing. Energy level is great.

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April 3, 2008 1:24 PM
Review by cheldick: User Rating:  
   
3.0

Started on Benicar 7 days ago after 3 years on Cardizem Dl 360. So far my blood pressure has not responded well especially my diastolic. I am a nurse so I take my blood pressure daily. I have a history of intolerance to drugs and have to change medications freguently.

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December 2, 2008 10:05 AM
Review by fishing69:

I am 47 and slightly overweight. I started Benicar 20mg (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 accept 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.

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October 30, 2008 12:42 PM
Review by Shantivanum: User Rating:  
   
9.0

I had been using Benicar with good results except an occasional headache and lightheadedness upon getting up quickly. Because of the high price, I asked my doctor to prescribe a cheaper product - Lisinopril. I have only been on it a short time but have experienced so many side effects that I'm asking to go back on Benicar - high cost or not.

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May 12, 2009 11:56 AM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

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.

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May 30, 2008 4:39 PM
Review by DinkysMom: User Rating:  
   
3.0

Seems to work for everyone but me. Quality of life was seriously affected by the on-going dizziness from this product (20mg). Elevators left me weak-kneed and staggering at work. Daily descending stairs also a vertigo nightmare. Blood pressure can easily go into 214/105s in emergencies, so I would like to find something to reduce those numbers, without the extreme dizziness. I work in a psychiatric setting, so I have to be alert and to move quickly without falling on my face. I didn't notice any appreciable drop in blood pressure either, with numbers still in the 170s most of the time.

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May 3, 2009 2:07 PM
Review by smith457: User Rating:  
   
10

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 last 20 years). I hope this trend continues. Peeing every 90 mins, otherwise no side effects.

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June 6, 2008 4:29 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
10

I have been taking Coreg for high blood pressure for 4 years. It slowed my heart rate to low 60s. Even when exercising, rate stayed really low. I've fought my weight every since I started taking it. I started having problems keeping my blood pressure regulated. My doctor added 1 tablet of Benicar HCT 20mg. I couldn't believe how much it dropped my blood pressure. Breathing back to normal. My blood pressure now runs 120's/70's. My heart rate runs in the 70's. When I exercise it raises to 80's. I feel so much better. I think this will allow my body to burn fat and function more normally. Love the way I'm feeling now.

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May 1, 2009 8:40 PM
Review by BP good: User Rating:  
   
8.0

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 dueretic type BP medicine. Never again will I use one of those. Benicar was a God send for me as I am allergic to Ace Inhibitors.

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September 10, 2008 11:31 AM
Review by philmitchell: User Rating:  
   
8.0

Am on Benicar 40mg once a day. It works pretty good, although doctor had to add 25mg 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.

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July 22, 2008 5:11 PM
Review by only1harry: User Rating:  
   
8.0

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.

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January 12, 2009 12:18 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
9.0

I have used Benicar for 8 years with no side effect. Very very satisfied. Blood pressure has been at a constant 125/82.

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May 7, 2009 2:41 PM
Review by Anonymous: User Rating:  
   
9.0

Has been effective, and with no remarkable side effects.

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July 23, 2008 11:23 AM
Review by Loftus: User Rating:  
   
9.0

Keeps my blood pressure down but for me, the best benefit is it has helped with my bowels. Every other medication I've had is constipating. This has normalized me.

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August 14, 2008 9:10 AM
Review by Darrick: User Rating:  
   
9.0

I was asked to try Benicar and to stop taking Clonidine. That was the best move my Doctor made. I feel 100% better and my pressure is also 100% better. Thanks to the maker of Benicar.

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October 15, 2008 9:03 AM
Review by Jon727: User Rating:  
   
9.0

I have been taking Benicar 20mg 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!

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March 13, 2009 5:07 PM
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