Zebeta [BISOPROLOL ORAL] is a prescription medication prescribed for the treatment of heart pain (angina) and high blood pressure (hypertension). This medication belongs to the class of drugs called beta-adrenergic receptor blocking agents. This medication may be prescribed by doctors for other reasons too.
How to use
Zebeta [BISOPROLOL ORAL] is a prescription drug which should be administered as per the doctors advice. Dosage will vary from patient to patient depending on age, severity of condition and response to therapy. Generally a dosage of 5 mg is prescribed, though for some patients, 2.5 mg may be the right starting dosage. If 5 mg is inadequate, the dosage may even be increased to 10 mg or 20 mg once daily.
Patients who have a renal dysfunction or hepatic impairment should be started at a starting dose of 2.5 mg. During dose-titration, caution should be exercised. Patients undergoing dialysis do not have to undergo drug replacement.
Elderly patient do not necessitate a dosage adjustment unless they have a severe renal dysfunction condition.
Side Effects
Zebeta [BISOPROLOL ORAL] does not cause side effects in most cases as it is reportedly well-tolerated in most patients. But in rare cases, the patient may get side effects such as abdominal cramps, dizziness, depression, nausea, slow heart rate, numbness, cold extremities, shortness of breath, diarrhea, fatigue, headache, impotence, low blood pressure, tingling, sore throat, or wheezing.
Drug Interaction
Zebeta [BISOPROLOL ORAL] may cause drug interactions when administered in combination with other drugs. The side effects of any of them may alter, increase or decrease. Special caution should be specially maintained in case of the following drugs:
A doctor may be aware of other drugs which may cause adverse reactions with Zebeta [BISOPROLOL ORAL]. As such, it is important for the patient to tell the doctor of all the medications he is using before prescription, including herbal, vitamin or mineral supplements and over-the-counter medications.
Uses
Zebeta [BISOPROLOL ORAL] is a drug which is indicated for use by patients suffering from heart pain or angina and high blood pressure. This drug may be used alone. It is also known to be prescribed in combination with other antihypertensive agents.
Storage
Zebeta [BISOPROLOL ORAL] should be stored at 20° to 25° C (68° to 77°F). It should be protected from moisture. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Precaution
Zebeta [BISOPROLOL ORAL] is not to be prescribed on patients who have overt cardiac failure, marked sinus bradycardia and second or third degree AV block.
Stopping this medication abruptly without consulting the doctor is forbidden. If the doctor decides that medication should be stopped, he will generally ask for a gradual decrease of dose till it is finally stopped. This prevents the risk of side effects that may occur.
When medication is being gradually decreased, the patients should be advised to decrease physical activity in order to decrease the strain on the heart.
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