Benicar HCT and Verelan PM

• Generic Name: hydrochlorothiazide / olmesartan
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Benicar HCT

Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.

Olmesartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Olmesartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.

Benicar HCT is a combination medicine is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering blood pressure may lower your risk of a stroke or heart attack.

Benicar HCT may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: verapamil
• Dosage Forms: capsule, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Verelan PM, Calan, Calan SR, Isoptin SR, Verelan, Isoptin, Isoptin IV, Covera-HS

• It is used to treat high blood pressure.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.