Benicar is a brand name for the drug olmesartan, which is a medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), which work by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow. Benicar may also be prescribed to help protect the kidneys in patients with diabetes.
Benicar is a brand name for the drug olmesartan, which is a medication used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It belongs to a class of drugs called angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), which work by relaxing blood vessels and improving blood flow. Benicar may also be prescribed to help protect the kidneys in patients with diabetes.
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Benicar
Depletes
Prolonged use of Benicar can impact 1 essential nutrient.
Zinc
Also Affects:
Grape Seed Extract
Niacin
Vitamin C
Vitamin B12
Taurine
Vitamin B6
Health Impact
Benicar-induced nutrient depletion can lead to a range of health problems
Weakened Immune Response
Slow Skin & Wound Healing
Side Effects
Common side effects of Benicar, some of which may be related to nutrient depletion
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