Expert advice for Benidin M Tablet SR
You have been prescribed Benidin M 4mg/50mg 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.
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Composition
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Benidipine (4mg) + Metoprolol Succinate (50mg) |
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Potentially Unsafe With
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Alcohol |
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Side Effect
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Common
Sleepiness, Headache, Ankle swelling, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Slow heart rate, Tiredness, Palpitations, Nausea, Edema (swelling), Cold extremities, Constipation. |
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How to works
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How Benidin M Tablet SR works
Benidin M 4mg/50mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Benidipine and metoprolol which lower blood pressure effectively. Benidipine is a calcium channel blocker which works by relaxing blood vessels while metoprolol is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart to slow down the heart rate. Together, they make the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. |
