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Benidipine
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Benidipine (INN), also known as Benidipinum or benidipine hydrochloride, is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker for the treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension).
Availability
Availability
Benidipine is sold as Coniel by Kyowa Hakko Kogyo.
Benidipine is only licensed for use in Japan and selected Southeast Asian countries, where it is sold as 4Â mg tablets.
References
References
- â Hi-Eisai Pharmaceutical, Inc. “Coniel (benidipine) package insert (Philippines)”. MIMS Philippines. CMPMedica. Retrieved 2008-03-31.
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