Olmesartan other names?

Olmesartan is the generic (chemical) name. It’s sold under a few brand names around the world, the most common being:

| Region / Country | Brand / Trade Name | Notes |
|------------------|--------------------|-------|
| United States | Benicar | The most widely‑sold brand of Olmesartan. |
| | Benicar HCT | Benicar combined with hydrochlorothiazide (a thiazide diuretic). |
| European Union / Canada | Olmetec | The original EU brand name. |
| | Olmesartan medoxomil | Often used as the full product name (the active ingredient is Olmesartan). |
| Other countries | Various local brands – e.g., Olmesartan or Olmesartan medoxomil sold under generic labels. |

Key points

• Olmesartan is the generic, while Benicar, Benicar HCT, and Olmetec are the most common brand names.
  
• The term Olmesartan medoxomil refers to the pro‑drug form that is metabolised in the body to the active Olmesartan.
  
• In many places you’ll simply see it labeled as “Olmesartan” (e.g., the generic capsule/tablet sold by pharmacies).
  
  So, if you see any of these names—Benicar, Benicar HCT, Olmetec, or Olmesartan medoxomil—you’re looking at the same drug: the angiotensin II receptor blocker Olmesartan.