bampril 5 tablet - Benazepril (5mg) medicine

bampril 5 tablet

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๐Ÿญ AAR ESS Remedies Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 21, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 21, 2026

What is bampril 5 tablet used for?

Bampril 5 Tablet (Benazepril) is used to treat CARDIAC. It contains Benazepril (5mg), which Inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), reducing angiotensin II formation,. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Benazepril
  • Manufacturer: AAR ESS Remedies Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š bampril 5 tablet Uses & Benefits

Hypertension, heart failure, diabetic nephropathy, left ventricular dysfunction after myocardial infarction.

Off-label uses: Migraine prophylaxis, scleroderma renal crisis, proteinuria.

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Benazepril
Brand NameBampril 5 Tablet
ManufacturerAAR ESS Remedies Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassCARDIAC
Action ClassAngiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from moisture and light.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed after oral administration; absorption not affected by food.
DistributionDistributes widely; volume of distribution about 9 L/kg.
Protein BindingApproximately 97% bound to plasma proteins.
MetabolismHepatic; prodrug benazepril is hydrolyzed to active benazeprilat.
Half-LifeBenazeprilat: 10-11 hours; effective half-life 22-24 hours.
ExcretionRenal (primarily) and biliary; about 20% excreted unchanged.
BioavailabilityAt least 37% for benazeprilat.
Onset of Action1 hour
Peak Plasma Time1-2 hours for benazepril; 1-2 hours for benazeprilat.
Duration of Action24 hours

How It Works

Inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE), reducing angiotensin II formation, leading to vasodilation and decreased aldosterone secretion.

Mechanism Steps

1Benazepril is a prodrug that is hydrolyzed in the liver to active benazeprilat.
2Benazeprilat competitively inhibits ACE, preventing conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II.
3Reduced angiotensin II leads to vasodilation and decreased aldosterone secretion.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take bampril 5 tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of bampril 5 tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Cough
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Nausea

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Angioedema
  • Hyperkalemia
  • Renal impairment
  • Neutropenia
  • Hypotension

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Hepatotoxicity
  • Pancreatitis
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • Agranulocytosis

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Potassium-sparing diuretics Major Increased risk of hyperkalemia
Lithium Major Increased lithium levels and toxicity
NSAIDs Major Reduced antihypertensive effect; increased risk of renal impairment
Aliskiren Major Increased risk of hypotension, hyperkalemia, renal dysfunction
Diuretics Moderate Additive hypotensive effect; risk of hypovolemia
Antidiabetic agents Moderate Enhanced hypoglycemic effect

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Potassium-sparing diuretics
  • Potassium supplements
  • Lithium
  • NSAIDs
  • Aliskiren

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Diuretics
  • Antihypertensives
  • Insulin
  • Oral hypoglycemics

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Antacids
  • Capsaicin

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

May potentiate hypotensive effects; avoid excessive alcohol.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

History of angioedema with ACE inhibitors, hereditary/idiopathic angioedema, pregnancy, bilateral renal artery stenosis, concomitant use with aliskiren in diabetes.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Blood pressure, renal function, serum potassium, liver enzymes, white blood cell count.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk in low amounts; use with caution.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Supportive care; gastric lavage, activated charcoal; monitor blood pressure; treat hypotension with IV fluids and vasopressors if needed.

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose; do not double.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 21, 2026

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

โญ User Reviews

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

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