Medilol 2.5 mg Tablet

Composition of Medilol 2.5 mg Tablet

Medilol 2.5 mg Tablet contains Nebivolol (2.5mg). It belongs to the Beta blocker class of medicines.

Uses of Medilol 2.5 mg Tablet

Prevention of Heart attack Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Prevention of Stroke

Key benefits

• In Prevention of Heart attack Medilol 2.5mg Tablet helps lower your blood pressure and makes 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) Medilol 2.5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called long-acting beta-blockers. It works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps the heart 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. In Prevention of Stroke Medilol 2.5mg Tablet reduces the risk of future strokes. It helps lower your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a stroke. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the maximum benefit. Show More

How Medilol 2.5 mg Tablet works

Medilol 2.5mg Tablet is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and relaxing blood vessels. This makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.

How to take Medilol 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. Medilol 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 Medilol 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 Medilol 2.5 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Medilol 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 Medilol 2.5 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

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 Medilol 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

Combining with verapamil or diltiazem can slow the heart dangerously. Tell your doctor about diabetes medicines and about any asthma inhaler.

How to store Medilol 2.5 mg 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 Medilol 2.5 mg Tablet

Medilol 2.5mg Tablet lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack. It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Do not stop taking Medilol 2.5mg Tablet suddenly, as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

XEMEX PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

CARDIAC

Drug class:

Beta blocker

Chemical class:

1- benzopyrans