Benidipine + Metoprolol Succinate

Dosage Forms Available

• Benidipine + Metoprolol Succinate is available in the form of tablets that can be taken orally.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is meant for adults only.
• It is not recommended for use in children or adolescents.

Contraindications

• Benidipine + Metoprolol Succinate is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to benidipine, metoprolol, or any component of the formulation.
• It is also contraindicated in patients with cardiogenic shock, severe bradycardia (slow heart rate), second or third-degree heart block, sick sinus syndrome, and severe peripheral arterial disease.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Benidipine + Metoprolol Succinate may interact with other antihypertensive medicines such as diuretics (like furosemide, torsemide), ACE inhibitors (like ramipril, captopril), ARBs (like telmisartan, losartan), CYP3A4 inhibitors (like ketoconazole, itraconazole, ritonavir), and CYP2D6 inhibitors (like quinidine, fluoxetine, paroxetine).
• Digitalis glycosides (like digoxin, digitoxin), insulin and oral hypoglycemic agents may also interact with this combination. Always consult your doctor before starting any new medication while on Benidipine + Metoprolol Succinate.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Benidipine + Metoprolol Succinate may cause severe hypotension (low blood pressure), bradycardia (slow heart rate), heart block, cardiogenic shock, bronchospasm, and low blood sugar. If you suspect an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.
• If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosage schedule.

Management of Side Effects

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

• Drinking plenty of water may help with side effects like nausea and vomiting.
• Resting in a quiet, dark room could help manage headaches.
• Standing up slowly from sitting or lying down positions can assist with dizziness.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Benidipine + Metoprolol Succinate may make you feel dizzy or drowsy. If this happens, do not drive or operate heavy machinery.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• It is advised to consult a doctor before using Benidipine + Metoprolol Succinate during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with a history of heart failure, heart block, slow heart rate, or severe liver or kidney disease should use Benidipine + Metoprolol Succinate with caution.
• Patients with diabetes should also exercise caution as beta-blockers may mask symptoms of low blood sugar.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintain a low-sodium diet as excessive sodium can elevate blood pressure.
• Limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine which can raise your blood pressure.
• Regular physical activity can help lower your blood pressure.
• Maintain a healthy weight as being overweight can increase your blood pressure.
• Quit smoking to lower your risk for heart disease.