Bisbeta 1.25

Composition

Bisoprolol fumarate 1.25 mg tablet

Uses of Bisbeta 1.25

Hypertension (high blood pressure), chronic stable angina (chest pain), chronic heart failure (as prescribed)

• •Lowers high blood pressure
• •Reduces heart rate and palpitations
• •Helps prevent angina episodes
• •Supports treatment of chronic heart failure (low-dose initiation)
• •Lowers risk of cardiovascular events when used as prescribed

How it works

Bisoprolol is a cardioselective beta-1 adrenergic blocker. It reduces heart rate and force of contraction, lowering blood pressure and myocardial oxygen demand and helping control angina and heart failure symptoms.

Directions for use

Oral tablet; take exactly as prescribed, usually once daily at the same time. Can be taken with or without food. Do not stop suddenly; dose tapering may be needed.

Side effects

Common side effects of Bisbeta 1.25 may include:

• •Bradycardia (slow pulse)
• •dizziness
• •fatigue
• •headache
• •cold hands/feet
• •low blood pressure