About bisoprolol hemifumarate
Selective beta-1 blocker
Used for
- High blood pressure
- Angina (chest pain)
- Chronic heart failure, with other medicines
Usual adult dose
Usually 5–10 mg once daily for high blood pressure or angina; heart failure treatment starts lower and is increased gradually.
Common side effects
- Slow heartbeat
- Tiredness or dizziness
- Cold hands or feet
- Nausea or diarrhoea
Important warnings
- Do not stop suddenly; symptoms may worsen.
- Use caution with asthma, low blood pressure, or diabetes.
- May worsen severe slow heartbeat or certain heart conduction problems.
- Can mask warning signs of low blood sugar.
Pregnancy
Use only if clearly needed; it may affect fetal growth and the newborn’s heart rate or blood sugar.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding is generally not recommended because safety information is limited.
Interactions
- Other medicines that lower heart rate or blood pressure
- Verapamil or diltiazem
- Insulin and other diabetes medicines
- Some anti-inflammatory medicines, including 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.