Benidipine + Chlorthalidone

Dosage Forms Available

• Benidipine + Chlorthalidone can be taken orally (tablet).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medication is intended for use by adults over the age of 18 years.

Contraindications

• Benidipine + Chlorthalidone is contraindicated in patients with known allergies to either Benidipine or Chlorthalidone. It should not be used by individuals with severe kidney disease or anuria, a condition where the kidneys fail to produce urine.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with other antihypertensive medications (such as losartan or metoprolol), NSAIDs (like ibuprofen or naproxen), mood stabilizers (like lithium), cardiac glycosides (like digoxin), and corticosteroids (like prednisone).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• Overdose may result in hypotension or abnormally low blood pressure. If you suspect an overdose, contact your doctor immediately.
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it's nearly time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• It may help to get up slowly from a sitting or lying position for mild dizziness or lightheadedness.
• Drinking plenty of fluids can help manage increased urination and muscle cramps.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medication may cause dizziness or lightheadedness, impacting your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery. Avoid these activities if you experience these side effects.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• It's recommended to consult your doctor before using Benidipine + Chlorthalidone during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with severe liver disease, lupus, and diabetes should use Benidipine + Chlorthalidone with caution.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Employ stress management techniques to keep blood pressure in check.
• Keep alcohol intake within recommended limits to avoid raising blood pressure.
• Engage in moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week to help lower blood pressure and improve cardiovascular health.
• Stop smoking to prevent increased blood pressure and heart rate, and to reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications.
• Follow a balanced diet low in salt to lower blood pressure and decrease the risk of heart disease.