Telmisartan + Bisoprolol: Quick Summary
Uses, benefits, side effects, dosage & important warnings
Drug Name
Telmisartan + Bisoprolol
Drug Class
Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker (ARB) + Beta-1 Selective Blocker
Uses
Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension)
Benefits
Helps lower blood pressure through two complementary mechanisms
Side Effects
Dizziness, fatigue, headache, slow heart rate, low blood pressure and diarrhea
Common Strengths
Strengths vary by manufacturer; combinations may include Telmisartan 40 mg + Bisoprolol 5 mg
How to Take
Usually taken once daily, as prescribed by your doctor
How It Works
Telmisartan blocks angiotensin II while bisoprolol slows the heart rate and reduces cardiac workload
Monitoring
Blood pressure, heart rate, kidney function and potassium may require monitoring
Important
Do not stop bisoprolol suddenly or change the dose without medical advice
⚠️ Important Interaction:
NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, diclofenac and naproxen may reduce the blood-pressure-lowering effect of telmisartan and may increase the risk of kidney problems in susceptible patients.
NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, diclofenac and naproxen may reduce the blood-pressure-lowering effect of telmisartan and may increase the risk of kidney problems in susceptible patients.
❤️ Heart Rate Warning:
Bisoprolol can slow the heart rate and may cause dizziness or low blood pressure. It should be used carefully in people with certain heart-conduction problems or a very slow heart rate.
Bisoprolol can slow the heart rate and may cause dizziness or low blood pressure. It should be used carefully in people with certain heart-conduction problems or a very slow heart rate.
🤰 Pregnancy Warning:
Telmisartan should not be used during pregnancy because medicines that act on the renin–angiotensin system can cause serious fetal harm. Consult a doctor immediately if pregnancy occurs during treatment.
Telmisartan should not be used during pregnancy because medicines that act on the renin–angiotensin system can cause serious fetal harm. Consult a doctor immediately if pregnancy occurs during treatment.