Betacap 20 Tablet

Fatigue, dizziness, slow heart rate (bradycardia), low blood pressure, cold hands/feet, nausea, diarrhoea, sleep disturbances, vivid dreams

Do not use in asthma/COPD with bronchospasm, severe bradycardia, heart block, cardiogenic shock or uncontrolled heart failure unless advised by a specialist. May mask symptoms of hypoglycaemia in diabetics; monitor blood sugar. Use caution in peripheral vascular disease, depression, thyroid disorders and in those prone to bronchospasm. Do not stop abruptly as it may worsen angina or precipitate arrhythmias. Inform doctor before surgery/anaesthesia.

Calcium channel blockers (verapamil, diltiazem), antiarrhythmics (amiodarone), digoxin, clonidine (rebound hypertension on withdrawal), other antihypertensives, insulin/oral antidiabetics (masks hypoglycaemia), NSAIDs (may reduce antihypertensive effect), bronchodilators (opposing effects), antidepressants like fluoxetine/paroxetine (may increase levels), cimetidine (increases levels), rifampicin (decreases levels)

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.

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