Benihalt 4mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Sinsan Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition
Benidipine (4mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Benihalt 4mg Tablet is a calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent angina (heart-related chest pain).
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Benihalt 4mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as calcium channel blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent angina (heart-related chest pain). It lowers blood pressure and reduces the heart's workload, which helps prevent heart attacks and strokes.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Benihalt 4mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Benihalt 4mg Tablet is a calcium channel blocker. It regulates the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and reducing the pressure on them, thereby making it easier for the heart to pump more blood throughout the body. In this way, it normalizes the blood pressure in patients with high blood pressure. This enhanced blood flow also improves the oxygen flow in the body, thereby preventing any heart-related chest pain (angina).
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Benihalt 4mg Tablet to improve your blood pressure and/or to reduce the number and severity of angina attacks. Lowering blood pressure reduces the chance of future heart attack and stroke. Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it. A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking Benihalt 4mg Tablet. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away. It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform any activity that requires mental focus until you know how Benihalt 4mg Tablet affects you. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the use of Benihalt 4mg Tablet?
Benihalt 4mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and Angina (heart-related chest pain). It belongs to a group of medicines that block calcium channels in the blood vessels. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in patients with high blood pressure. This widens the diameter of the blood vessels which helps the blood to pass through them more easily.
What are the side effects of Benihalt 4mg Tablet?
Benihalt 4mg Tablet is generally well tolerated but sometimes can also be associated with side effects like headache, dizziness, flushing, palpitations, nausea, and stomach pain. It may also cause sleepiness, ankle swelling, and fatigue. These side effects are not common in everyone but may occur in some individuals. If you notice any side effects after taking this medicine, consult your doctor.
Is Benihalt 4mg Tablet good for patients with kidney impairment?
Yes, Benihalt 4mg Tablet has been shown to have protective effects on the kidney cells, thereby preventing them from damage. It has also been shown to decrease protein leakage from the kidneys in patients who have diabetes as well as high blood pressure.
Should I take Benihalt 4mg Tablet in the morning or at night?
Benihalt 4mg Tablet can be taken anytime in the morning or evening, usually prescribed once daily. It is advisable to take this medicine as prescribed by a doctor. Taking the medicine at the same time each day helps with remembering and maintains consistent levels of medication in the body.
How long do I need to take Benihalt 4mg Tablet?
You should keep on taking Benihalt 4mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. You may need to take it lifelong. Do not stop taking it, even if you feel well or your blood pressure is well controlled. If you stop taking Benihalt 4mg Tablet, your blood pressure may increase again and your condition may worsen.
What changes can I make to control my blood pressure better?
To help control blood pressure better: Avoid eating grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Benihalt 4mg Tablet. Take a low sodium and low-fat diet, and adhere to the lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor.
What if you forget to take Benihalt 4mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Benihalt 4mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
