Drug reference
hydrochlorothiazide-olmesartan
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Drug class
Cardiovascular (Combination(CVS))
Mechanism of action
Olmesartan: Blocks binding of angiotensin II to type 1 angiotensin II receptors, causing a lowering in blood pressure; blocks vasoconstrictor and aldosterone-secreting effects of angiotensin II. HCT: inhibits sodium reabsorption in distal renal tubules, resulting in increased excretion of water and of sodium, potassium, and hydrogen ions
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Back pain
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypertriglyceridemia
- Diarrhea
Known interactions (1)
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is hydrochlorothiazide-olmesartan?
hydrochlorothiazide-olmesartan belongs to: Cardiovascular.
How does hydrochlorothiazide-olmesartan work?
Olmesartan: Blocks binding of angiotensin II to type 1 angiotensin II receptors, causing a lowering in blood pressure; blocks vasoconstrictor and aldosterone-secreting effects of angiotensin II. HCT: inhibits sodium reabsorption in distal renal tubules, resulting in increased excretion of water and of sodium, potassium, and hydrogen ions
What are the common side effects of hydrochlorothiazide-olmesartan?
Dizziness, Headache, Fatigue, Back pain, Hyperglycemia, Hypertriglyceridemia, Diarrhea
Which drugs interact with hydrochlorothiazide-olmesartan?
isocarboxazid
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