Can seniors take Benidipine

Elderly people can take Benidipine, but should be careful, should be given from a low dose (2mg/day), and pay attention to the observation of drug use, adverse reactions and so on. Benidipine is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker, which can dilate peripheral arteries and coronary arteries, has the effect of lowering blood pressure, protecting renal function and vascular endothelium, and is clinically used for the treatment of essential hypertension. Benidipine can be used in the elderly, but the elderly should not be excessive antihypertensive, the dosage of the drug should be careful, should start from a small dose (2mg per day), and pay close attention to the use of the drug, any adverse reactions. In addition, Benidipine should not be used in patients with cardiogenic shock, pregnant and lactating women. Adverse reactions such as headache and dizziness, palpitations, flushing, hypotension, elevated liver enzymes, elevated blood creatinine, and abdominal discomfort may occur with Benidipine use and should be monitored in the elderly. It is recommended to use this medication under the guidance of a doctor, take the medication on time and in quantities daily, do not adjust the dose arbitrarily, and seek medical attention immediately if discomfort occurs.