


Benadip 5mg/10mg Tablet
Written By Dr. Syeda Aafia, MBA, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 22 Sep 2025 | 01:55 PM (IST)
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General Information



Product introduction
You can take Benadip 5mg/10mg Tablet at any time of day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.
It may cause side effects like ankle swelling, headache, weakness, numbness of extremities, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), and tiredness. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolytes level while on the treatment.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.
Uses of Benadip Tablet
Benefits of Benadip Tablet
Benadip 5mg/10mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.
Side effects of Benadip Tablet
- Ankle swelling
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Palpitations
- Increased potassium level in blood
- Sleepiness
- Cough
- Taste change
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Decreased blood pressure
- Upset stomach
How to use Benadip Tablet
How Benadip Tablet works
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Benadip 5mg/10mg Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- Lowering blood pressure reduces chance of future heart attack & strokes.
- It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- Do not take Benadip 5mg/10mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving
As it is advisable to exercise caution when driving with Benadip 5mg/10mg Tablet.

Kidney
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for better dose adjustment.

Liver
Benadip 5mg/10mg Tablet is started at a lower dose in patients with liver disease and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.

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