Bisoduce 2.5 mg Tablet

Composition of Bisoduce 2.5 mg Tablet

Bisoduce 2.5 mg Tablet contains Bisoprolol (2.5mg). It belongs to the Beta-blocker class of medicines.

Uses of Bisoduce 2.5 mg Tablet

Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain) Prevention of Heart attack Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain) Bisoduce 2.5mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively. In Prevention of Heart attack Bisoduce 2.5mg Tablet helps lower your blood pressure and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a heart attack. It can also reduce the risk of dying if it is given immediately after a heart attack. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective
• so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor. In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Bisoduce 2.5mg Tablet blocks the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps the heart to beat with less force. This lowers your blood pressure and helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke
• a heart attack
• other heart problems
• or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective
• so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor. Show More

How Bisoduce 2.5 mg Tablet works

Bisoduce 2.5mg Tablet is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.

How to take Bisoduce 2.5 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bisoduce 2.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Bisoduce 2.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a dangerously slow heartbeat, a severe fall in blood pressure, wheezing and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Bisoduce 2.5 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Bisoduce are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Bisoduce 2.5 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in patients with asthma, diabetes, or severe peripheral arterial disease. Monitor heart rate and blood pressure regularly.

Do not take Bisoduce if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with a very slow heart rate, certain heart block disorders, or uncontrolled heart failure. Generally avoided in severe asthma.

Interactions with other medicines

May interact with other antihypertensives, antiarrhythmics, and drugs that affect heart rate.

How to store Bisoduce 2.5 mg Tablet

Store at room temperature, away from light and moisture.

Expert advice for Bisoduce 2.5 mg Tablet

Check your heart rate and blood pressure regularly to avoid excessive drops. Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly, as stopping abruptly can worsen heart failure. Consult your doctor before making changes. Common ones include dizziness, fatigue, and a slow heart rate. Consult your doctor if you experience any severe symptoms. Combine the treatment with a heart-healthy diet, exercise, and stress management for the best results. Inform your doctors regarding your treatment with Bisoduce 2.5mg Tablet before surgeries or new medications.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD

Therapeutic class:

CARDIAC

Drug class:

Beta-blocker

Chemical class:

Benzylethers