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Medicines hydrochlorothiazide + olmesartan medoxomilQuestion & answer

hydrochlorothiazide + olmesartan medoxomil · Medicine question

Are blood tests required?

iatroX medicinesMedicine guide reviewed 20 August 2026

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Answer

Kidney function and electrolytes such as sodium and potassium are monitored. Other tests may be appropriate according to clinical risks.

Sources for this answer

NHS Specialist Pharmacy ServiceNHS Specialist Pharmacy Service · NHS medicine guidance
Olmesartan medoxomil/Hydrochlorothiazide 20 mg/12.5 mg and 20 mg/25 mg film-coated tablets — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics

General medicine information. Follow the instructions for your own medicine and speak to a pharmacist or clinician about your individual circumstances.

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