BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET
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Product introduction
BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET is a medicine used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). This combination medicine controls blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. By lowering the blood pressure, it helps in preventing future heart attack and stroke.
You can take BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET at any time of day, on empty stomach, 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 fatigue, ankle swelling, headache, slow heart rate, and nausea. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs while sitting down. 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 Betanif Tablet
Benefits of Betanif Tablet
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)
BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET is a combination medicine that contains two active ingredients, Nifedipine and Atenolol. Both of the medicines in this combination work to lower blood pressure but in different ways. Together they help to relax blood vessels, reduce heart rate and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This lowers blood pressure.
If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. 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 also make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
If your blood pressure is controlled you are less at risk of having a heart attack, stroke or kidney problems. The medicine must be taken regularly as prescribed to be effective. 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 also make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
Side effects of Betanif 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 Betanif
- Ankle swelling
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Palpitations
- Cold extremities
- Sleepiness
- Nausea
- Edema (swelling)
- Slow heart rate
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Constipation
How to use Betanif 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. BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET is to be taken on an empty stomach.
How Betanif Tablet works
BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET is a combination of two medicines:
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG 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
BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET may make you feel dizzy, faint, extremely tired or have visual disturbances. This may affect your ability to drive.
BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET may make you feel dizzy, faint, extremely tired or have visual disturbances. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended and can help in better dose adjustment.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended and can help in better dose adjustment.
Liver
CAUTION
BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Betanif Tablet?
If you miss a dose of BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG 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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BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG 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 stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can cause sudden increase in your blood pressure.
- Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET
Once A Day
80%
Twice A Day
20%
What are you using Betanif Tablet for?
Hypertension *
100%
*Hypertension (high blood pressure)
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
83%
Average
17%
What were the side-effects while using BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Betanif Tablet?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET on price
Expensive
100%
FAQs
What is BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET used for?
BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET is used to treat high blood pressure. This medicine helps lower blood pressure and improve blood flow to the heart, thereby preventing the risk of heart attack or stroke.
How does BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET work in controlling high blood pressure?
BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET works in two ways: Atenolol in BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET slows down your heart rate to reduce how hard your heart has to work, while Nifedipine in BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET relaxes and widens your blood vessels so blood can flow more easily. Together, they effectively manage hypertension.
What serious side effects of BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET should I watch out for?
Serious side effects of BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET include a slow heart rate, extreme dizziness, shortness of breath, swelling, chest pain that worsens, or signs of liver problems such as yellowing of the skin or eyes. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of these.
Can I stop taking BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET once my blood pressure is normal?
No, do not stop taking BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET suddenly, even if your blood pressure becomes normal. Stopping the medicine without your doctor’s advice can lead to a dangerous spike in blood pressure levels and may increase the risk of chest pain or a heart attack.
Who should avoid using BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET?
Individuals should avoid using BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET if they have severe heart problems, very low blood pressure, slow heart rate, asthma, or serious kidney or liver issues. Individuals should also avoid BETANIF 50 MG/20 MG TABLET if they are taking medicines like rifampicin or monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).
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