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Besicor-T 5 Tablet

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Introduction of Besicor-T Tablet

Besicor-T 5 Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.

Besicor-T 5 Tablet is a combination of two antihypertensive medicines.

Uses of Besicor-T Tablet

Benefits of Besicor-T Tablet

In Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Besicor-T 5 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. You should take it regularly as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.

Side effects of Besicor-T Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Besicor-T

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Cold extremities
  • Slow heart rate
  • Numbness of extremity
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Weakness
  • Increased potassium level in blood

How to use Besicor-T Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Besicor-T 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Besicor-T 5 Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Besicor-T 5 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Besicor-T 5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Besicor-T 5 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Besicor-T 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Besicor-T 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is advisable for dose adjustment.
Liver
CAUTION
Besicor-T 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Besicor-T 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Besicor-T 5 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Besicor-T Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Besicor-T 5 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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Quick tips

Besicor-T Tablet

  • You have been prescribed Besicor-T 5 Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure.
  • Lowering blood pressure reduces chance of future heart attack & strokes.
  • It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
  • Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor as it can cause sudden increase in your blood pressure.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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Suffering from LVH PROBLEM WITH HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE ( 140/90), ABD HIGH PULSE RATE 100.PLEASE SUGGEST REMEDY. ALREADY TAKING TETAN BETA 50. Daily. BUT This tablet causing laziness whole day.
Dr. Saurabh Arora
Cardiology
Can change to besicor t 5/40 after consulting with your physician
high blood pressure 160/90 and heart rate 130 I am already to taken tazloc-h 40mg
Dr. Saurabh Arora
Cardiology
Can change to besicor t 2.5/40 will control both rate and BP after consulting with your physician
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Marketer details

Name: Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Address: Ajanta House, Charkop, Kandivli West, Mumbai 400 067, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Besicor-T 5 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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