Angiotensin Receptor Blockers – Olmesartan
Generic Name |
olmesartan, including in combination with hydrochlorothiazide | |
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Form | 20 mg, 40 mg, 20 mg/12.5 mg, 40 mg/12.5 mg, 40 mg/25 mg | |
Form | tablet |
Criteria |
Approval Period |
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1. Person identified as experiencing intractable cough or angioedema on an Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitor (ACE-I). AND 2. Failure on optimal doses of, or intolerance to, ALL reference drugs: candesartan, losartan, telmisartan AND valsartan. |
Indefinite |
Practitioner Exemptions
- No practitioner exemptions.
Special Notes
- Individuals requiring a diuretic combination product must satisfy the same criteria.