About bisoprolol fumarate + amlodipine
Beta blocker and calcium channel blocker
Used for
- Treatment of high blood pressure
Usual adult dose
Usually one tablet once daily; dose is individualized according to blood pressure and prior treatment.
Common side effects
- Dizziness or headache
- Slow heartbeat
- Ankle swelling
- Tiredness
Important warnings
- Can cause low blood pressure or an excessively slow heartbeat.
- Do not stop suddenly without medical guidance.
- Use caution with asthma, heart conduction problems, or severe heart failure.
- May worsen heart failure when starting or increasing treatment.
Pregnancy
Bisoprolol and amlodipine may harm or affect the fetus; use during pregnancy requires clinician assessment.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding safety is not well established; a clinician should assess treatment options.
Interactions
- Other blood-pressure medicines may increase low blood pressure.
- Verapamil or diltiazem can excessively slow the heartbeat.
- Some antifungals and antibiotics can increase amlodipine effects.
- Grapefruit may increase amlodipine levels.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.