About bisoprolol fumarate
Selective beta-1 blocker
Used for
- High blood pressure
- Angina (chest pain)
- Heart failure, with other medicines
Usual adult dose
Usually 2.5–10 mg once daily for high blood pressure or angina; heart failure starts lower and increases gradually.
Common side effects
- Slow heartbeat
- Tiredness or dizziness
- Cold hands or feet
- Low blood pressure
Important warnings
- Do not stop suddenly; symptoms may worsen.
- May worsen asthma or certain heart rhythm problems.
- Can mask warning signs of low blood sugar.
- Use cautiously with low blood pressure or worsening heart failure.
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly needed; may affect fetal growth or the newborn’s heart rate and blood sugar.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding safety is uncertain; seek advice from a healthcare professional.
Interactions
- Other medicines that slow heart rate, including verapamil or diltiazem
- Clonidine and other blood-pressure medicines
- Insulin or diabetes medicines
- Some anti-inflammatory medicines, such as ibuprofen
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.