Bisopharm A - 5 Tablet

Composition of Bisopharm A - 5 Tablet

Bisopharm A - 5 Tablet contains Amlodipine (5mg) + Bisoprolol (5mg). It belongs to the Calcium channel blocker and Beta blocker class of medicines.

Uses of Bisopharm A - 5 Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Key benefits

• In Hypertension (high blood pressure) Bisopharm A 5 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also blocks the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down your heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force. As a result
• your blood pressure is lowered and this 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.

How Bisopharm A - 5 Tablet works

Bisopharm A 5 Tablet is a combination of two medicines, amlodipine and bisoprolol, which lower blood pressure effectively. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that works by relaxing blood vessels, while bisoprolol is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart to slow down the heart rate.

How to take Bisopharm A - 5 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. Bisopharm A 5 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 Bisopharm A 5 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 severe fall in blood pressure and a dangerously slow or irregular heartbeat. It 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 Bisopharm A - 5 Tablet

Most side effects of Bisopharm A - 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 Bisopharm A - 5 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Ankle swelling is the commonest reason people stop this medicine — tell your doctor, as there are ways to manage it. Tell your doctor if your chest pain becomes more frequent or more severe after starting. Swollen, tender or overgrown gums should be reported; good brushing and regular dental care reduce the risk. Never stop this medicine suddenly. Stopping abruptly can cause a sharp rise in blood pressure, worsening chest pain or a heart attack — your doctor will reduce it gradually. Tell your doctor if you have asthma or long-standing lung disease; this group can tighten the airways. If you have diabetes, be aware that this medicine can mask the early warning signs of low blood sugar, apart from sweating. Report a resting pulse that is persistently very slow, or fainting.

Do not take Bisopharm A - if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with very low blood pressure or with severe narrowing of the aortic valve. 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

Grapefruit juice raises the level of some of these medicines in the blood — avoid it. Tell your doctor about other blood pressure medicines, and about simvastatin in particular. Combining with verapamil or diltiazem can slow the heart dangerously. Tell your doctor about diabetes medicines and about any asthma inhaler.

How to store Bisopharm A - 5 Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Bisopharm A - 5 Tablet

Lowering blood pressure reduces the chance of future heart attacks and strokes. It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor, as it can cause a sudden increase in your blood pressure. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ERIS LIFE SCIENCES PVT LTD

Therapeutic class:

CARDIAC

Drug class:

Calcium channel blocker and Beta blocker