Bisoprolol

Uses

To treat hypertension, Bisoprolol is used with or without other medicines. Reducing hypertension helps prevent stroke, heart attack and kidney problems.

Bisoprolol is related to a class of drugs called beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of some natural chemicals in your body such as epinephrine on the heart and blood vessels. This effect reduces heart rate, blood pressure and pressure on the heart.

How to use Bisoprolol

See also the warning section.

Take Bisoprolol with mouth or with no food, usually once a day or as directed by your doctor.

Dosage is based on your medical condition and treatment response.

Use Bisoprolol regularly to get the most benefit. To help you remember, take it every day at the same time.

For the treatment of hypertension, it may take several weeks for you to get the full benefit of this medicine. It is important to continue taking this medicine even if you feel OK. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel sick.

Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it gets worse (for example, your blood pressure reading is high or increased).

Side Effects

See also the Warnings and Precautions section.

Fatigue, slow heart beat, diarrhea and dizziness may occur. If any of these effects persists or worsens, tell your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

To reduce your risk of dizziness and lighthouse, slowly rise up while sitting or lying down from the position of lying.

Bisoprolol can reduce the flow of blood in your hands and feet, so that they may get cold. Smoking can damage this effect. Wear warm clothes and avoid using tobacco.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed Bisoprolol because he or she has decided that your benefit is higher than the risk of side effects. Many people using this drug do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if there are no possible but serious side effects: heartbeat, severe dizziness, unconsciousness, blue fingers / toes, difficulty breathing, mental / mood swings (very slow) Such as delusions, changes in mood, depression).

Although Bisoprolol can be used to treat heart failure, some people rarely can develop new or worsening symptoms of heart failure. Tell your doctor immediately if you experience any of these unlikely but serious side effects: shortness of breath, swelling of ankle / leg, abnormal fatigue, abnormal / sudden weight gain.

A very serious allergic reaction to Bisoprolol is rare. However, if you see symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: granular, itching / swelling (especially the face / tongue / throat), severe dizziness, difficulty breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you do not list other effects above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

In the US – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can notify the FDA of side effects on 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

In Canada – Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report the health effects of Canada on 1-866-234-2345.

Precautions

Before taking Bisoprolol, tell your doctor or pharmacist whether you are allergic to it; Or if you have any other allergens. This product may contain passive elements, which may cause allergic or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

If you have some medical condition then Bisoprolol should not be used. Before using this drug, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: some types of heart rhythm problems (such as slow heart beat, second- or third degree atrioventricular block), severe heart Failure.

Before using Bisoprolol, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially: problems in breathing (such as asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema), kidney disease, liver disease, hyperthyroidism (hyperthyroidism) , Severe allergic reactions that require treatment, along with epinephrine, problems of circulation of blood (such as renal disease, peripheral convection Disease), mental / mood disorders (such as depression), a certain muscle disease (myasthenia gravis).

If you have diabetes, Bisoprolol may face faster / faster heartbeat, when you usually feel that your blood glucose is very low (hypoglycemia). Other symptoms of low blood sugar, such as dizziness and perspiration, are unaffected by this medicine. This product can make it difficult to control your blood glucose. Regularly check your blood glucose as directed and share the results with your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if you have symptoms of high blood sugar such as thirst / urination. Your doctor may need to adjust your diabetes medication, exercise program or diet.

Before surgery, tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking this medicine.

Bisoprolol can make you feel dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana can make you feel more dizzy. Unless you can safely do this, do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that requires caution. Limit alcoholic beverages If you are using marijuana, talk to your doctor.

During pregnancy, Bisoprolol should be used only when explicitly necessary. It can harm an unborn child. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

It is unknown whether the drug passes in breast milk or if it can harm a nursing infant. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor before breastfeeding.

Interactions

See also the Precautions section.

Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any occupational interactions and can monitor them for you. Do not start, stop, or change any of the drug dosages before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.

Before using Bisoprolol, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all the prescriptions and non-prescription / herbal products that you can use, especially: fingolimod.

Some products contain elements that can increase your heart rate or blood pressure. Tell your pharmacist what products you are using, and ask how to use them safely (especially cough-and-cold products, diet aids, or NSAIDs such as ibuprofen / naproxen).

This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medicines with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.

Over Dose

If someone is treated and has serious symptoms such as difficulty in getting out or breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call the Poison Control Center immediately, American residents can call their local toxin control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canadians can call a provincial poison control center. Symptoms of overdose may include: very slow heart beat, severe dizziness, severe weakness, unconsciousness, difficulty breathing.

Notes

Do not share this medication with others.

Talk to your doctor about making changes in your lifestyle that can help this drug work better (such as stress reduction programs, exercise and diet changes).

When taking this medicine, check your blood pressure and pulse (heart rate) regularly. Learn how to check your own blood pressure and pulse at home, and share the results with your doctor.

Laboratory and / or medical tests should be done periodically to monitor your progress or to investigate side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, then as soon as you remember it, take it. If it is near the next dose time, then leave the thesis dose and set your normal dose. Do not double the dose to catch up.

Storage

Store at room temperature between 68-77 ° F (20-25 ° C) away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Until instructed to do so, do not flush the medicines under the toilet or drain them in the drain. When this period expires or is not required, leave this product appropriately. Consult your drug dealer or local waste disposal company to get more information about safely terminating your product.

Disclaimer: DrLinex has made every effort to ensure that all information is factually accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date. However, this article should not be used as a licensed health care professional’s choice of knowledge and expertise. You should always consult your doctor or other health care professional before taking any medication. The information given here is subject to change and it has not been used to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions or adverse effects. The lack of warning or other information for any drug does not indicate that the combination of medicine or medication is safe, effective or appropriate for all patients or all specific uses.