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BENITEC A TABLET, Pack of 10 TABLETS
BENITEC A TABLET, Pack of 10 TABLETS

BENITEC A TABLET

Manufacturer/Marketer

GLAXO SIMTHKLINE PHARMACEUTICALS LTD

Composition

AMLODIPINE-5MG + OLMESARTAN MEDOXOMIL-20MG

Consume Type

ORAL

In Stock

Prescription Required
Product Details

About BENITEC A TABLET

BENITEC A TABLET is a combination of medication containing blood pressure-lowering medicines primarily used to treat high blood pressure. BENITEC A TABLET is used alone or in combination with other blood pressure-lowering medications. Hypertension or high blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the blood's force against the artery wall is high. As a result, it leads to heart disease, irregular heartbeat, and other complications.

BENITEC A TABLET contains Olmesartan (angiotensin receptor blocker) and Amlodipine (calcium channel blocker). Olmesartan works by blocking the hormone angiotensin, thereby relaxing blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently. Amlodipine, on the other hand, acts by relaxing the blood vessels. This reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, both help lower high blood pressure, reducing heart attack or stroke chances. 

You can take BENITEC A TABLET with food or without food with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, or break it. Your doctor will advise you on how often you should take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience headaches, drowsiness, ankle swelling, nausea, dizziness, and low blood pressure. Most of these side effects of BENITEC A TABLET do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids while taking BENITEC A TABLET.

Try not to stop taking BENITEC A TABLET on your own. Inform your doctor, and your dose might be gradually lowered to avoid a rise in blood pressure and increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from kidney, liver, heart disease, or diabetes. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please tell your doctor, as it is not recommended in pregnancy. It should not be given to children less than 12 years of age. Do not use BENITEC A TABLET if you have low blood pressure (hypotension) or cardiogenic shock (sudden stopping blood flow to the heart). Please tell your doctor if you are taking any other medicines or are allergic to the BENITEC A TABLET. Reducing the amount of table salt (sodium chloride) in your food often relieves the body's swelling. Grapefruit juice and St. John's wort plant should not be consumed when taking BENITEC A TABLET as it is contraindicated.

Uses of BENITEC A TABLET

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Medicinal Benefits

BENITEC A TABLET contains Olmesartan (angiotensin receptor blocker) and Amlodipine (calcium channel blocker). Olmesartan works by blocking the hormone angiotensin, thereby relaxing blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently. Amlodipine, on the other hand, acts by relaxing the blood vessels. This reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, both help lower high blood pressure, reducing future heart attack or stroke chances.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of BENITEC A TABLET

  • Headaches
  • Drowsiness
  • Ankle swelling
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Low blood pressure

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

BENITEC A TABLET should not be given to the people allergic to BENITEC A TABLET or may of its ingredients. If you have low blood pressure (less than 90 mm of Hg), have had a heart attack, kidney disease, liver disease, are pregnant, or planning to get pregnant and breastfeeding women; do not take BENITEC A TABLET. Besides this, it is contraindicated in low blood pressure (hypotension), cardiogenic shock (sudden stopping of blood flow to the heart), and aortic stenosis (heart valve problem). BENITEC A TABLET can pass into breast milk, but its effect on the baby is not known. So, it is better to tell your doctor if you are taking BENITEC A TABLET and breastfeeding. Grapefruit juice and St. John's wort plant should not be consumed when taking BENITEC A TABLET as it is contraindicated. Drinking alcohol while using BENITEC A TABLET can cause you to have low blood pressure, so avoid alcoholic beverages.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: BENITEC A TABLET may interact with high blood pressure lowering pills (metoprolol, ramipril, hydrochlorothiazide), drugs used to control lipid levels in the blood (atorvastatin, simvastatin), medicines to treat erectile dysfunction (sildenafil), antibiotics (erythromycin, rifampin), antifungal (itraconazole, ketoconazole), anti-HIV drugs (ritonavir), anti-epilepsy medicines (carbamazepine, phenytoin, phenobarbital, primidone), immune-suppressing drugs (cyclosporine, tacrolimus) and painkillers (ibuprofen, aspirin).

Drug-Food Interactions: BENITEC A TABLET may interact with grapefruit, grapefruit juices, and St. John’s wort (a plant used to treat depression). Hence it should not be taken with BENITEC A TABLET.

Drug-Disease Interactions: BENITEC A TABLET should not be given to people with cardiogenic shock (when the heart fails to pump required blood to the body), heart valve problem (stenosis), low blood pressure (hypotension), liver disease, or heart failure.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:

  • METOPROLOL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
  • ATORVASTATIN
  • SIMVASTATIN
  • SILDENAFIL
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • RITONAVIR
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PRIMIDONE
  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • TACROLIMUS
  • IBUPROFEN
  • ASPIRIN

    • Safety Advice

    • Safety Warning

      Alcohol

      caution

      You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with BENITEC A TABLET to avoid unpleasant side effects.

    • Safety Warning

      Pregnancy

      caution

      BENITEC A TABLET contains category C (amlodipine) and category D (telmisartan) as category D is a high risk, so it should not be taken during pregnancy.

    • Safety Warning

      Breast Feeding

      caution

      BENITEC A TABLET is not recommended in breastfeeding mothers. It is excreted into milk in small amounts and is cleared slowly. It can accumulate in infants, especially newborns or preterm infants. Lactation might also be suppressed due to the effect of BENITEC A TABLET.

    • Safety Warning

      Driving

      caution

      Driving after taking BENITEC A TABLET is not recommended as it may occasionally cause drowsiness or fatigue.

    • Safety Warning

      Liver

      caution

      BENITEC A TABLET to be taken with caution, especially if you have a liver disease history. Your doctor will have to change the dosage depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

    • Safety Warning

      Kidney

      caution

      BENITEC A TABLET to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

    • Safety Warning

      Children

      unsafe

      Use of BENITEC A TABLET in children less than 12 years of age is not recommended as the safety and efficacy of BENITEC A TABLET in these age groups have not yet been established.

    Habit Forming

    No

    Diet & Lifestyle Advise

    • Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.
    • Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week. Doing this can help you to lower your raised blood pressure by about 5 mm of Hg.
    • Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, veggies, and low-fat dairy products.
    • Limit sodium chloride (table salt) intake in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.
    • If you are taking alcohol, then only one serving for women and two servings for men is advisable.
    • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.
    • Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
    • Monitor your blood pressure daily and if there is too much fluctuation, then immediately contact your doctor.
    • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil to help lower your elevated blood pressure.

    Other Information (BEN0110)

    This item is Not Returnable.

    Expires on or after - Sep-23

    Patients Concern

    Disease/Condition Glossary

    Blood pressure: It is the measurement of the force that our heart uses to pump blood to all parts of the body. Hypertension is a chronic condition when blood pressure is too high. This condition can lead to hardened arteries (blood vessels), decreasing the blood and oxygen flow to the heart. Raised blood pressure can cause chest pain (angina) and heart attack (when blood supply to the heart is blocked). Additionally, high blood pressure also causes brain damage (stroke) and kidney failure. High blood pressure can be diagnosed with the help of a blood pressure monitor. Systolic pressure is the pressure with which the heart pumps blood out. On the other hand, diastolic pressure is when your heart is at the resting stage between heartbeats. If your blood pressure is 140/90 mm of Hg, it means the systolic pressure is 140 mm of Hg, and diastolic pressure is 90 mm of Hg. Ideal blood pressure should be between 90/60 mm of Hg and 120/80 mm of Hg.

    FAQs

    What should I do if I miss a dose of BENITEC A TABLET?

    In case you have missed a dose of BENITEC A TABLET, you are advised to take it as soon as you remember. However, try not to miss a dose in the first place; if it's time for you to take your next dose, then do not take both doses together. Take only one dose; taking a double dose of BENITEC A TABLET will lead to low blood pressure.

    Can I stop taking BENITEC A TABLET when my blood pressure is under control?

    No, you are advised to inform your doctor and monitor your blood pressure for at least two weeks before stopping the medicine. Depending upon your current blood pressure readings, there is a possibility your doctor may lower your medicine dosage and not recommend discontinuing it.

    How long can BENITEC A TABLET be taken?

    BENITEC A TABLET can be safely taken as long as your doctor prescribes it. Conditions such as high blood pressure are life-long conditions, and one should not abruptly discontinue it without discussing it with a doctor.

    How does BENITEC A TABLET works?

    BENITEC A TABLET contains Olmesartan (angiotensin receptor blocker) and Amlodipine (calcium channel blocker). Olmesartan works by blocking the hormone angiotensin, thereby relaxing blood vessels. This allows the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently. Amlodipine, on the other hand, acts by relaxing the blood vessels. This reduces the heart's workload and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Thus, both help lower high blood pressure, reducing heart attack or stroke chances.

    Are there any specific contraindications associated with BENITEC A TABLET?

    Yes, BENITEC A TABLET is contraindicated in people with known allergies to any of this medicine's components. It should be used with caution in people with liver impairment. It should also be avoided in women who are in the second and third trimesters of their pregnancy.

    Will BENITEC A TABLET affect my fertility?

    It's unlikely that BENITEC A TABLET affects fertility in men or women. However, there's not enough evidence to say for certain. For the best advice, consult your doctor.

    Can BENITEC A TABLET cause ankle swelling?

    Yes, BENITEC A TABLET contains amlodipine, which is known to cause ankle swelling upon long-term use. Please try to keep your feet up when sitting for long hours. If the problem persists still, consult your doctor and do as advised.

    Can high blood pressure harm my baby in pregnancy?

    High blood pressure during pregnancy is called 'Pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH). It is harmful to both the baby and the mother. In the mother, very high blood pressure can cause seizures (fits), headache, swelling of the feet, kidney damage, and a higher risk of bleeding during pregnancy and delivery. This can also affect the baby by causing abnormal fetal heart rate, risk of stillbirth, and a small baby. So, during pregnancy, you should have regular blood pressure monitoring. Visit your Obstetrician if you have any concerns related to blood pressure during pregnancy.

    PRODUCT SUBSTITUTES

    BENITEC A TABLET

    Country Of Origin

    India

    Manufacturer/Marketer address

    Stiefel India Ltd., 401& 402, A Wing, IV Floor, Floral Deck Plaza, Opp. Rolta Bhavan, Central MIDC Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai – 400093

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