Does Benicar cause blood in your urine?

Answer by  MHugabom (523)

Blood is urine is not a listed side effect of Benicar. Benicar can act as a diuretic, so if you have another problem that would cause blood in the urine, Benicar may make it more pronounced. It is best to consult with the prescribing physician when dealing with any potentially serious medication side effects.

Answer by  worker2746 (2434)

No, there is no medications that cause blood in your urine, you should see your family doctor immeciately for a checkup.

Answer by  ilostmoney (88)

Benicar may cause blood in your urine, but then it is not the only sole cause for blood in urine. One side effect of Benicar is blood in urine. If you find blood in your urine even after stopping taking Benicar for a while, then it cannot be the reason, the patient may need a urology or nephrology evaluation then.

Answer by  Mrscmrn (1449)

Benicar can cause decreased, painful or absent urination which would need to be addressed right away by the physician. Blood in the urine is not usually an adverse reaction.

Answer by  suganthi (29)

ya. it affects the kindey. by increasing the amount of salt and water the kidneys remove from the blood. this extra salt and water is passedout through the urine.

Answer by  mani (813)

Benicar(Olmesartan)is used to treat high blood pressure(hypertension). It keeps the blood vessels from narrowing. It improves blood flow and helps kidneys to eliminate extra fluid. Benicar may increase the amount of urine. When using Benicar you may have to urine frquently. During this medication drinking alcohol should be avoided. Benicar does not cause blood in urine.