About bisprolol fumarate
Beta-blocker
Used for
- High blood pressure
- Angina (chest pain)
- Heart failure, with other medicines
Usual adult dose
Usually 5–10 mg once daily for high blood pressure or angina; heart failure starts at 1.25 mg daily and increases 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.
- May worsen asthma or breathing problems.
- Can mask signs of low blood sugar.
- Use cautiously with slow heartbeat or low blood pressure.
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly needed; it may affect fetal growth and newborn heart rate or blood sugar.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding safety is uncertain; medical guidance is recommended.
Interactions
- Other medicines that slow heart rate, such as verapamil or diltiazem
- Insulin and other diabetes medicines
- Clonidine
- Some anti-inflammatory painkillers, 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.