Benipath 4 Tablet
Manufacturer
Lupin Ltd
Salt Composition
Benidipine (4mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Benipath 4 Tablet is a calcium channel blocker used to treat high blood pressure and prevent angina.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Benipath 4 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. Benipath 4 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Benipath 4 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 Benipath 4 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 Benipath 4 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 Benipath 4 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 Benipath 4 Tablet?
Benipath 4 Tablet is a medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and Angina (chest pain related to heart conditions). It belongs to a group of medicines that block calcium channels in blood vessels. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in patients with high blood pressure, which widens the diameter of the blood vessels and helps blood flow more easily.
What are the side effects of Benipath 4 Tablet?
Benipath 4 Tablet is generally well-tolerated, but sometimes can be associated with side effects like headaches, 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 experience any of these side effects after taking this medicine, consult your doctor.
Is Benipath 4 Tablet good for patients with kidney impairment?
Yes, Benipath 4 Tablet has been shown to have protective effects on the kidney cells and prevent damage. It has also been shown to decrease protein leakage from the kidneys in patients who have diabetes as well as high blood pressure.
When should I take Benipath 4 Tablet?
Benipath 4 Tablet can be taken anytime during the day, usually once daily. You should use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. It is advised to take the medicine at the same time each day so that you remember to take it and consistent levels of medicine are maintained in the body.
How long should I continue taking Benipath 4 Tablet?
You should continue taking Benipath 4 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 Benipath 4 Tablet, your blood pressure may increase again and your condition may worsen.
What dietary changes can I make to control my blood pressure better?
Avoid grapefruit (chakotra) or drinking grapefruit juice while taking Benipath 4 Tablet. Take a low sodium and low-fat diet, and adhere to lifestyle changes as advised by your doctor.
What if I miss a dose of Benipath 4 Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Benipath 4 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.
