Product introduction
Benidin T Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.
You can take Benidin T Tablet at any time of day, with or without food. However, 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.
Common side effects of Benidin T Tablet include headaches, rash, back pain, and diarrhea. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects persist or worsen. They can suggest ways to manage or treat them.
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 Benidin T Tablet
Benefits of Benidin T Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Benidin T 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 Benidin T Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Benidin T
- Palpitations
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Itching
- Photosensitivity
- Breast enlargement in male
- Sinus inflammation
How to use Benidin T Tablet
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. Benidin T Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Benidin T Tablet works
Benidin T Tablet is a combination of two medicines: benidipine and telmisartan, which lowers blood pressure effectively. Benidipine is a calcium channel blocker (CCB), and telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). They work by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Benidin T Tablet.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Benidin T Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Benidin T Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Benidin T Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Benidin T Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
UNSAFE
Benidin T Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
What if you forget to take Benidin T Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Benidin T 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.
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Quick tips
- Benidin T Tablet is a combination of two medicines that provide better blood pressure control than either medicine alone.
- It may cause you to feel lightheaded or weak, especially when you stand up. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It can cause ankle or foot swelling. Raise your legs while you are sitting down, and talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
- It can cause ankle or foot swelling. Raise your legs while you are sitting down and talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
- Do not take Benidin T Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
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Therapeutic Class
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FAQs
What is Benidin T Tablet used for?
Benidin T Tablet is used to lower high blood pressure (hypertension). Keeping your blood pressure under control helps reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and kidney problems.
Who should not take Benidin T Tablet?
You should avoid taking Benidin T Tablet if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as it may harm or even be fatal to the unborn baby. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to benidipine, telmisartan, or any of its ingredients. It should also be avoided if you have severe liver problems, low blood pressure, or are in shock due to heart issues. Additionally, if you are taking aliskiren (a medicine for high blood pressure) and have diabetes, you should not take Benidin T Tablet.
What serious side effects of Benidin T Tablet should I watch out for?
You should stop taking Benidin T Tablet and contact your doctor immediately if you experience serious side effects. These may include yellowing of the skin or eyes (which could indicate a liver problem), swelling of the face, lips, or throat (a sign of an allergic reaction), severe dizziness or fainting, and muscle weakness or irregular heartbeat (which may be related to changes in potassium levels).
What should I avoid while taking Benidin T Tablet?
While on Benidin T Tablet treatment, you should not drink grapefruit juice as it can lower your blood pressure too much, be careful when standing up quickly as you might feel dizzy, and avoid alcohol which can worsen side effects.
When will I see blood pressure improvements after taking Benidin T Tablet?
The exact time Benidin T Tablet takes to show its effect is not known. However, Benidin T Tablet may start lowering blood pressure within a few hours to days. The full benefits of blood control may take a few days to weeks.
How does Benidin T Tablet affect exercise?
Benidin T Tablet is generally safe to take and indulge in physical activity. However, you should monitor for excessive dizziness, unusual fatigue, or muscle cramps.
Can I stop taking Benidin T Tablet when my BP normalizes?
You should never stop Benidin T Tablet abruptly and continue taking it as prescribed. Stopping Benidin T Tablet may cause dangerous blood pressure spikes.
How should I store Benidin T Tablet?
You should store Benidin T Tablet at room temperature in its original container or strip. Keep it away from moisture.
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- Telmisartan [Prescribing Information]. Mahaboob Nagar, India: hetero Labs Limitd; 2015. [Accessed 16 Sep. 2024] (online) Available from:
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Name: Lloyd Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Address: 702, Balaji Business Park, Andheri Kurla Road, Marol Naka, Andheri East, Gamdevi, Marol, Andheri East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400059
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: May, 2027
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Benidin T Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: May, 2027
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Benidin T Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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