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Benol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Angina, High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Benol have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Benol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Benol also has some side effects, the most common being Blurred vision, Cold hands. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Benol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Benol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Benol's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Benol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Benol related warnings section.
Benol is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetes, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Asthma as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Benol are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Benol with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Benol is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Benol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Benol safe for pregnant women?
Benol should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Benol safe during breastfeeding?
Benol may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Benol on the Kidneys?
Benol rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Benol on the Liver?
Information about safety of Benol for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Benol on the Heart?
Benol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Benol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Benol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Benol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Benol is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Benol as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Benol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Benol is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Benol
Benol may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Benol
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Benol as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, sometimes Benol might cause cough reflex. It occurs due to bronchoconstrictive (narrowing of the airways) effect of this drug. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing excessive coughing after taking this drug then you are advised to consult with your doctor.
Yes, Benol is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as headache, difficulty breathing, and dizziness. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Benol may cause drowsiness (sleepiness). It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience drowsiness after taking this drug, then you are advised not to drive any vehicle or operate any machinery to avoid accidental injury.
Yes, Benol and amlodipine can be taken together only on your doctor's advice. Benol give synergistic effect when taken along with amlodipine. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with amlodipine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Benol and enalapril can be taken together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with enalapril then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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