Bisoprolol

Active substance:

Bisoprolol

Pharmachologic effect:

Bisoprolol is a selective beta-1 adrenergic receptor blocker that reduces the heart rate, cardiac output, and blood pressure, thereby decreasing the workload on the heart and improving its efficiency.

Indications:

• Hypertension
• Chronic stable angina pectoris
• Chronic heart failure with reduced systolic left ventricular function

Contraindications:

• Severe asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• Severe bradycardia
• Second or third-degree AV block
• Cardiogenic shock
• Severe peripheral arterial circulatory disorders
• Untreated pheochromocytoma
• Metabolic acidosis
• Hypersensitivity to bisoprolol or any of the excipients

Side effects:

In order of decreasing probability: Fatigue, Dizziness, Headache, Bradycardia, Hypotension, Cold extremities, Nausea, Diarrhea, Constipation, Muscle weakness

Dosing and Administration:

The usual starting dose is 5 mg once daily. Depending on the patient's response, the dose may be increased to 10 mg once daily. In some cases, a dose of 20 mg once daily may be necessary. The tablet should be taken in the morning with or without food, and should be swallowed whole with water.

Storage:

Store at a temperature not exceeding 25°C (77°F).

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