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Cilbest 5 mg Tablet
Cilnidipine (5mg)
₹36MRP ₹38In stock
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Cilbest 5 mg Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and angina.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Cilnidipine (5mg)
Available variants: tablet 5 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹36 (₹3.56 per tablet)
MRP: ₹38
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: BALINT PHARMA
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
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All medicines sold in India, branded or generic, must meet the quality standards set by the national drug regulator (CDSCO). A lower price does not mean lower quality.
Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Cilbest 5 mg Tablet
Cilbest 5 mg Tablet contains Cilnidipine (5mg). It belongs to the Calcium channel blocker class of medicines.
Uses of Cilbest 5 mg Tablet
This medicine is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and angina.
Key benefits
- Effective and well tolerated for long-term blood pressure control
- Useful in angina as well as hypertension
- Usually taken once a day
How Cilbest 5 mg Tablet works
Cilnidipine relaxes the muscle in the walls of your blood vessels so they widen, which lowers blood pressure and eases the work of the heart.
How to take Cilbest 5 mg Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it with or without food, at the same time each day. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause a severe fall in blood pressure and a dangerously slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Cilbest 5 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Cilbest are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Swelling of the ankles and feet
- Flushing
- Headache
- Palpitations
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Cilbest 5 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it. |
| Driving | May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you. |
| Kidney | Use with caution if you have kidney disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function. |
| Liver | Use with caution if you have liver disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Ankle swelling is the commonest reason people stop this medicine — tell your doctor, as there are ways to manage it. Tell your doctor if your chest pain becomes more frequent or more severe after starting. Swollen, tender or overgrown gums should be reported; good brushing and regular dental care reduce the risk.
Do not take Cilbest if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with very low blood pressure or with severe narrowing of the aortic valve.
Interactions with other medicines
Grapefruit juice raises the level of some of these medicines in the blood — avoid it. Tell your doctor about other blood pressure medicines, and about simvastatin in particular.
How to store Cilbest 5 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Expert advice for Cilbest 5 mg Tablet
Raising your legs when sitting, and reducing salt, helps with ankle swelling. Do not stop suddenly without asking your doctor.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- BALINT PHARMA
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-hypertensive
- Drug class:
- Calcium channel blocker
Substitutes for Cilbest 5 mg Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Cilnidipine (5mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Cilbest 5 mg Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cilday 5 mg TabletSYSTOPIC LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹30 | 16% cheaper |
| Cilapress 5 mg TabletLIVIDUS PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD.` | tablet · 10`S | ₹33 | 7% cheaper |
| Xemcil 5 mg TabletXEMEX PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹33 | 6% cheaper |
| Cilniblu 5 TabletBlue Cross Laboratories Pvt Ltd | tablet · 15`S | ₹38 | 7% more |
| Cilniright 5 mg TabletCELERA PHARMA PRVT LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹40 | 12% more |
| Lndip 5 mg TabletFUSION HEALTH CARE | tablet · 10`S | ₹52 | 47% more |
| Cilblock 5 mg TabletXYRIS LIFE SCIENCES PVT LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹52 | 47% more |
| Clinidip 5 mg Tablet | 1X10 | ₹62 | 73% more |
| Torcilin 5 mg TabletTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹70 | 96% more |
| Cilnigreat-5 mg TabletSANZ PHARMACEUTICALS | tablet · 15`S | ₹79 | 121% more |
| Cilnikem 5 mg TabletALKEM LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹79 | 123% more |
| Ciladuo 5 mg TabletAbbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹86 | 142% more |
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Cilbest 5 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Cilbest 5 mg Tablet used for?
Cilbest 5 mg Tablet is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of high blood pressure and angina. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Cilbest 5 mg Tablet?
Cilbest 5 mg Tablet contains Cilnidipine (5mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Cilbest 5 mg Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Cilbest 5 mg Tablet work?
Cilnidipine relaxes the muscle in the walls of your blood vessels so they widen, which lowers blood pressure and eases the work of the heart.
Is Cilbest 5 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Cilbest 5 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Cilbest 5 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Cilbest are Swelling of the ankles and feet, Flushing, Headache, Palpitations, Dizziness. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Cilbest 5 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Cilbest.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Cilbest 5 mg Tablet?
Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Cilbest 5 mg Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Cilbest 5 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Cilbest 5 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Cilbest 5 mg Tablet?
Cilday 5 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹30 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Cilbest 5 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Cilbest 5 mg Tablet starts at ₹36 (MRP ₹38) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 5 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Cilbest 5 mg Tablet?
Cilbest 5 mg Tablet is manufactured by BALINT PHARMA. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Cilbest 5 mg Tablet delivered?
Cilbest 5 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Cilbest 5 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Cilnidipine (5mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹36 (₹3.56 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹38
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- BALINT PHARMA
- Manufacturer
- BALINT PHARMA
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-hypertensive
- Drug class
- Calcium channel blocker
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 5 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Cilbest 5 mg Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Cilbest 5 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.