Home >
Medicine Info >
Inzit 4 Tablet
Loading interface...

Inzit 4 Tablet

Manufactured byERIS LIFESCIENCES PVT LTD
ContainsBenidipine
Description
Inzit 4 Tablet is a medicine that is used for the management of hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina pectoris (a type of chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart). It promotes the relaxation of blood vessels which decreases blood pressure and strain on the heart. Inzit 4 Tablet may cause some side effects like headache, tiredness, swelling of hands and feet, rash, sensitivity to light, increased heart rate, etc. Inform your doctor if any of the side effects become severe or persist for a long time. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a loss of appetite and discolouration of your skin or eyes. This medicine may cause lightheadedness, dizziness in some people. Hence, do not drive vehicles or operate machines after taking this medicine. Inzit 4 Tablet should be taken with food to avoid stomach discomfort. The dose will be decided by your doctor depending on your blood pressure level. Take this medicine at the same time every day to maintain a constant level in the blood. It is a long-term treatment hence, do not stop the medicine without consulting your doctor. Stopping this medicine abruptly can cause unwanted side effects or a sudden increase in your blood pressure. ​Avoid consuming grapefruit juice with this medicine as it can cause side effects. Inzit 4 Tablet may not be suitable for all people. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any problems related to your kidneys, heart or liver. Let your doctor know about all your ongoing medications. If you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
QUICK LINKS:
Side effectsConcernsUsageRelated products

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Inzit 4 Tablet

Bengreat-4 Tablet
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Beniduce 4 Tablet
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Beniflo 4 Tablet
Ajanta Pharma Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Inzit 4 Tablet

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Constipation
  • Skin rash
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Nausea
  • Lightheadedness
  • Palpitations
  • Oedema (accumulation of water in the tissues)

Uses of Inzit 4 Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Hypertension
  • Angina pectoris
Read More
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Inzit 4 Tablet starts showing its effects within 2 hours after taking it.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Inzit 4 Tablet lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Inzit 4 Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Inzit 4 Tablet is not recommended to be used in pregnancy as it may cause harm to your developing foetus. Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Inzit 4 Tablet is not recommended to be used if you are breastfeeding as it may harm your infant. Discuss all the benefits and risks with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Inzit 4 Tablet if you are allergic to it. This could lead to symptoms like skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), breathing difficulty, hives (painful eruptions that itch and sting), etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Inzit 4 Tablet is not recommended to be used in pregnancy as it may cause harm to your developing foetus. Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

Breast-feeding

Inzit 4 Tablet is not recommended to be used if you are breastfeeding as it may harm your infant. Discuss all the benefits and risks with your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Liver disease

Inzit 4 Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems due to the increased risk of severe side effects. This medicine is broken down and absorbed in the liver. If you take this medicine while you have pre-existing liver problems, it may worsen your condition further.

Use in children

Inzit 4 Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age as the safety and efficacy of the use of this medicine are not clinically established.

Driving or operating machinery

Using Inzit 4 Tablet may cause symptoms such as blurred vision, lightheadedness and dizziness. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Use in elderly

Inzit 4 Tablet should be used with caution in old people due to the increased risk of very low blood pressure. Your blood pressure needs to be monitored regularly while using this medicine. Your doctor will start the treatment at low doses and increase the dose based on the response.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take the dose of Inzit 4 Tablet at a given time, then take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Inzit 4 Tablet, contact your doctor immediately for further guidance.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Antihypertensives

Itraconazole

Cimetidine

Rifampicin

Disease interactions

Hypotension or cardiogenic shock

Inzit 4 Tablet is not recommended for use when you have low blood pressure or cardiogenic shock (a life-threatening condition where your heart abruptly stops pumping blood). Using this medicine will further decrease your heart’s ability to pump blood and reduce your blood pressure and heart rate drastically.

Liver disease

Take Inzit 4 Tablet with caution if you have liver problems due to the increased risk of severe side effects. Your doctor may advise blood tests to observe your liver enzyme levels.

Coronary artery disease

Inzit 4 Tablet should be used with extreme caution if you have coronary artery disease (a condition where the blood vessels of your heart are damaged). This medicine may weaken the contractions of your heart and slow down the heart rate which may worsen the condition and lead to other serious consequences.
Food interactions
Consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended during treatment with Inzit 4 Tablet as it can increase the absorption of this medicine. This could lead to excessive lowering of blood pressure or worsen side effects.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Inzit 4 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Do not crush, break or chew the tablet. The dose prescribed is based on your situation, so avoid taking more or less than the amount prescribed by your doctor. This medicine is intended for long term treatment. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor as it can cause severe adverse effects. You should follow a balanced diet and exercise regularly to get the maximum benefit from the treatment. Avoid taking potassium-rich food as it may increase the potassium level in your blood. Avoid taking grapefruit juice with Inzit 4 Tablet as it can increase the level of this medicine in your blood. Be careful while standing up from sitting or lying down position as this medicine may cause a sudden drop in your blood pressure which can make you dizzy. Inzit 4 Tablet can cause swelling in your ankles and feet so try raising your legs when you are sitting. This medicine can cause sleepiness and dizziness so try to avoid activities that require mental focus, especially at the start of the treatment or until you know how this medicine will affect you.
Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Inzit 4 Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels, thereby lowering the blood pressure. It also prevents any heart-related chest pain (angina) by improving blood flow and reducing the workload on the heart.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

Calcium channel blocking agents

Schedule

Schedule H

2021. benidipine | Ligand page | IUPHAR/BPS Guide to PHARMACOLOGY. [online] Available at: <https://www.guidetopharmacology.org/GRAC/LigandDisplayForward?ligandId=10159> [Accessed 23 September 2021].

https://www.guidetopharmacology.org/GRAC/LigandDisplayForward?ligandId=10159Guidetopharmacology.org.

Ohara-ch.co.jp. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 23 September 2021].

https://www.ohara-ch.co.jp/appendix/pdf/inc03/benidipineHydrochloride8T-SIE.pdf>

Drugs.ncats.io. 2021. NCATS Inxight: Drugs — BENIDIPINE HYDROCHLORIDE. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 23 September 2021].

https://drugs.ncats.io/drug/0A6746FWDL>
Loading related questions...
Something doesn’t feel right?
Report an error

Information on this page was last updated on 28 Sep 2021

Disclaimer

We’ve made all possible efforts to ensure that the information provided here is accurate, up-to-date and complete, however, it should not be treated as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Practo only provides reference source for common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. The absence of a warning for any drug or combination thereof, should not be assumed to indicate that the drug or combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for any given patient. Practo does not assume any responsibility for any aspect of healthcare administered with the aid of information provided above. If you have any doubts about your medication then we strongly recommend that you consult with your doctor, nurse or healthcare provider. See detailed T&C here.