Bisoprolol Tablet: Quick Summary
Uses, benefits, side effects, dosage & important warnings
Drug Name
Bisoprolol Tablet
Generic Name
Bisoprolol
Drug Class
Selective Beta-1 Adrenergic Blocker (Beta-Blocker)
Uses
Treatment of high blood pressure, angina and certain patients with chronic heart failure
Benefits
Helps lower blood pressure, slow the heart rate and reduce the workload on the heart
Side Effects
Fatigue, dizziness, slow heart rate, low blood pressure, headache, cold hands or feet and gastrointestinal discomfort may occur
Common Strengths
1.25 mg, 2.5 mg, 5 mg and 10 mg
Dosage
Dose depends on the condition, heart rate, blood pressure and individual response
How to Take
Usually taken once daily, with or without food, preferably at the same time each day
How It Works
Selectively blocks beta-1 receptors in the heart, reducing heart rate and cardiac workload
Monitoring
Blood pressure, heart rate and symptoms such as dizziness or worsening heart failure may require monitoring
Important
Do not suddenly stop bisoprolol unless specifically instructed by a healthcare professional
❤️ Slow Heart Rate Warning:
Bisoprolol can slow the heart rate and lower blood pressure. Contact your healthcare professional if you develop severe dizziness, fainting, unusual weakness or a very slow heartbeat.
Bisoprolol can slow the heart rate and lower blood pressure. Contact your healthcare professional if you develop severe dizziness, fainting, unusual weakness or a very slow heartbeat.
⚠️ Do Not Stop Suddenly:
Beta-blockers should generally not be stopped abruptly because sudden withdrawal can worsen angina or other heart problems. Any dose reduction should be done under medical supervision.
Beta-blockers should generally not be stopped abruptly because sudden withdrawal can worsen angina or other heart problems. Any dose reduction should be done under medical supervision.
🫁 Breathing Warning:
Although bisoprolol is relatively beta-1 selective, it can still affect the airways at higher doses. Tell your doctor if you have asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or breathing problems.
Although bisoprolol is relatively beta-1 selective, it can still affect the airways at higher doses. Tell your doctor if you have asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or breathing problems.
🩸 Diabetes Warning:
Bisoprolol may mask some warning signs of low blood sugar, particularly a rapid heartbeat. People with diabetes should monitor glucose as advised by their healthcare professional.
Bisoprolol may mask some warning signs of low blood sugar, particularly a rapid heartbeat. People with diabetes should monitor glucose as advised by their healthcare professional.
🤰 Pregnancy & Breastfeeding:
If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking bisoprolol.
If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking bisoprolol.