Specification | |
US Brand Name | Zebeta |
Strength | 5mg |
Generic Name | Bisoprolol |
Manufacturer | Unichem |
Pharmaceutical Form | Tablet/s |
Corbis - 5mg
Corbis- This drug constitutes
a generic name Bisoprolol which is a beta-blocker drug that affects heart and
circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins). This drug is primarily prescribed
for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and other disorders
which are not listed here. It is sold under various trade names including
Zebeta and Corbis (made by Unichem).
Important Information about Bisoprolol
You should avoid this medicine if you have known allergy to it
or if you have following conditions: asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, severe
liver disease, or a serious heart conditions such as a heart block, sick sinus
syndrome, or AV block (unless you have a pacemaker). If you are scheduled for
surgery, notify your surgeon well in advance that you are taking this medicine.
You may be required to stop taking this medicine for a short interval of time.
Also, do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor advices you to do so.
If you stop taking this medicine suddenly, your conditions may deteriorate.
If you are
being treated for high blood pressure, then continue taking Bisoprolol even if
you don’t have any symptoms. High blood pressure doesn’t have any outwardly
signs. High blood pressure medicines are normally required to be taken for long
time. It belongs to FDA pregnancy category C drug. It is not known whether this
drug can harm an unborn baby if taken during the pregnancy time. Bisoprolol can
pass into the breast milk and harm a nursing baby. Consult your doctor before
taking this medicine in the above mentioned cases.
Before taking Bisoprolol
To make sure whether this drug is safe for you, inform your
doctor before taking this medicine if you have following conditions: diabetes
(taking Bisoprolol can make it difficult for you to judge when you have low
blood sugar), angina, emphysema, low blood pressure, kidney or liver disease,
depression, a thyroid disorder, circulation problems (such as Raynaud’s
syndrome), or a history of allergies.
Dosage information
Take Bisoprolol exactly as your doctor advised. Do not alter the
dosage unless your doctor advices you to do so. Also, do not consider this
medicine in use after the prescription period is over. All medications comes
with a patient leaflet, you should refer the medicine label to get more
information about the drug. It works best when taken with food. Always store
this medicine in a cool and dry place. It is a part of full line medication
treatment for blood pressure which includes diet restrictions, exercises, and
other complementary medicines. Follow a proper regimen for all the things to
keep your blood pressure in control.
What if you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Bisoprolol, take the dose as soon as you
remember. Be aware to skip the dose if the next dose time is almost up. Taking
multiple dose can lead to excess medicine in your body which might cause
devastating effects.
What if you overdose
In case of overdose, get
emergency medical help or call your doctor immediately. Overdose may result in
slow or uneven heartbeat, breathlessness, bluish colored fingernails,
dizziness, weakness, seizure, or fainting.
Side Effects
Some of the common side effects pertaining to this medicine are
dizziness, drowsiness, light headedness, diarrhea, or tiredness. If these
effects persist or deteriorate, get medical attention or contact your doctor
immediately. There are some serious side effects as well. Contact your doctor
quickly, if you witness any of these conditions: allergic reactions like
rashes, itching, swelling on tongue, or throat, or face, or breathing trouble,
abnormal tiredness, sudden or unexplained weight gain, severe dizziness, severe
stomach or abdominal pain, dark colored urine, yellowing of eyes and skin,
persistent nausea or vomiting conditions. It may reduce the blood supply to
your hand and feet which may make them to feel cold. Avoid tobacco usage and
restrict on smoking. These are not only the side effects, there may be some
others. Call your doctor right away and get the medical attention
immediately.
Interaction with other drugs
There are many other drugs which may interact with it including
allergy drugs, cimetidine, clonidine, digitalis, dobutamine, haloperidol,
isoproterenol, blood thinner such as warfarin, doxazosin, prazosin, terazosin,
amiadarone, propafenone, quinidine, fluconazole, insulin or oral diabetes
medicines, antidepressants, other heart or blood pressure medicine, HIV
medicines, MAO inhibitors, anti emetics, or narcotic pain killers. However,
these are not complete list of drugs. There are many others. Inform your doctor
well in advance if you may be using any kind of these medicines. Never start
taking a new medicine without your doctor’s advice.
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