Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan
About
Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan belongs to a group of medicines called antihypertensives used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults. Hypertension or high blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery wall is high. It will be an addition to the workload of the heart and arteries.
Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan consists of Chlorthalidone (diuretic), Benidipine (calcium channel blocker), and Telmisartan (angiotensin II receptor blocker). Chlorthalidone belongs to the class of diuretics (water tablets) that works by increasing the removal of excess water and certain salts, such as sodium and potassium, from the blood. This removal of water from blood reduces the fluid volume circulating through blood vessels and improves blood flow. Benidipine is a calcium channel blocker that acts on muscle cells in the artery walls and relaxes muscle cells. It relaxes and widens arteries (blood vessels) and improves the blood flow and oxygen supply to the heart. Telmisartan works by blocking a hormone called angiotensin II in the body that causes the narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure. Thereby, Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan widens and relaxes blood vessels. Thus, it lowers high blood pressure.
Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine may cause side effects such as dizziness, headache, low blood pressure, stomach upset, or tiredness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.
Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, avoid taking Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan and consult a doctor. If you are about to take anesthesia or undergo any surgery, you are advised to inform your doctor that you are taking Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan. Drive only if you are alert, as Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan may cause dizziness or tiredness. You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure.
Uses of Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan
Medicinal Benefits
Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan contains Chlorthalidone, Benidipine, and Telmisartan, used to treat high blood pressure. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic (water tablet) that increases the removal of excess water and certain salts, such as sodium and potassium, from the blood. This removal of water from blood reduces the fluid volume circulating through blood vessels and improves blood flow. Benidipine and Telmisartan relax and widen blood vessels. Thus, Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan lowers high blood pressure and reduces the risk of stroke, heart attack, or other heart problems.
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Side Effects of Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Low blood pressure
- Stomach upset
- Tiredness
- Tachycardia
- Ankle Swelling
- Flushing
- Loss of appetite
- Change in blood glucose levels
- Gastric Irritation
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, avoid taking Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan and consult a doctor. If you are about to take anesthesia or undergo surgery, you are advised to inform your doctor that you are taking Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan. Avoid taking Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan if you have low levels of sodium or potassium in the blood, gout, kidney stones, Addison’s disease (adrenal gland does not produce sufficient steroids), high blood levels of calcium, or severe liver or kidney problems. Drive only if you are alert, as Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan may cause dizziness or tiredness. You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan may interact with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (aspirin, ibuprofen), calcium channel blockers (amlodipine), water pills (amiloride, spironolactone), heart-related medicines (quinidine, digoxin), antimanic drug (lithium), antibiotics (erythromycin, rifampicin), anticonvulsant (phenytoin).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid taking potassium-rich foods such as bananas, sweet potatoes, nuts, and noni juice with Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan as it may result in hyperkalemia (high levels of potassium in the blood) and cause severe adverse effects. Also, Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan may interact with grapefruit juice and increase the levels of Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan in blood.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Avoid taking Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan if you have low levels of sodium or potassium in the blood, gout, kidney stones, Addison’s disease (adrenal gland does not produce sufficient steroids), high blood levels of calcium, severe liver or kidney problems. If you have diabetes, high cholesterol, low blood pressure, renal artery stenosis (narrowing of blood vessels to one or both the kidneys), heart, liver, or kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness, or headache.
Pregnancy
unsafeIf you are pregnant or want to become pregnant, inform your doctor. If you are pregnant, do not take Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan. If you become pregnant while using this medicine, stop taking it immediately and contact your doctor. When used in the latter six months of pregnancy, it may cause fetal death or significant damage.
Breast Feeding
unsafeBenidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan may be excreted in human milk and harm the baby. Therefore, avoid taking Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan if you are breastfeeding and consult a doctor.
Driving
unsafeBenidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan may cause dizziness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel dizzy or tired after taking Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan.
Liver
cautionTake Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Avoid taking Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan if you have severe liver disease.
Kidney
cautionTake Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required. Avoid taking Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan if you have severe kidney disease.
Children
unsafeBenidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness are not established.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Maintain a low-salt diet and minimize eating processed foods as they contain more sodium. Try to replace salt with spices or herbs to add flavour to the food.
- Do regular exercise such as cycling, walking, jogging, dancing, or swimming for a minimum of 30 minutes per day.
- High blood pressure can also be caused by chronic stress. Avoid stress by altering your expectations, behaving differently in particular situations, and engaging in things you like by creating time for yourself.
- Maintain a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products.
- Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing foods in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil, which may help in lowering high blood pressure.
- Quit smoking and avoid the consumption of alcohol.
Special Advise
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly, and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor.
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Your doctor may order regular monitoring of blood glucose and electrolyte levels.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Hypertension: It 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. Blood pressure is the measurement of the force that our heart uses to pump blood to all parts of the body. Raised blood pressure can cause chest pain (angina) and heart attack (when the 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 or sphygmomanometer. Systolic pressure is the pressure when the heart pumps blood out. On the other hand, diastolic pressure is the pressure 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
Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan contains Chlorthalidone, Benidipine and Telmisartan. Chlorthalidone is a diuretic (water tablet) that increases the removal of excess water and certain salts, such as sodium and potassium, from the blood. This removal of water from blood reduces the fluid volume circulating through blood vessels and improves blood flow. Benidipine and Telmisartan relax and widens blood vessels. Thus, Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan lowers high blood pressure and reduces the risk of stroke, heart attack, or other heart problems.
Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan may increase potassium levels in the blood. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid the intake of potassium supplements and foods that are rich in potassium, such as bananas, sweet potatoes, nuts, and noni juice with Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan as it may result in hyperkalaemia (high levels of potassium in the blood) and cause severe adverse effects such as irregular heartbeat, muscle paralysis, and kidney failure.
You are not recommended to stop taking Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan without consulting your doctor, even if you find symptomatic relief, as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, take Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while using Benidipine+chlorthalidone+telmisartan, please consult your doctor.
