Bisoprolol

Who is Bisoprolol for ?

Bisoprolol is used to treat high blood pressure. It works by relaxing your blood vessels so your heart doesn't have to pump as hard. Bisoprolol is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

When should I be careful taking Bisoprolol ?

Do not stop taking Bisoprolol without talking to your doctor first. If Bisoprolol is stopped suddenly, it may cause chest pain or heart attack in some people.

Before taking Bisoprolol,

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Bisoprolol or any other drugs.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially clonidine; medications for migraine headaches, asthma, allergies, colds, or pain; other medications for heart disease or high blood pressure; reserpine; rifampin (Rifadin); and vitamins.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had asthma or other lung disease; heart, liver, or kidney disease; diabetes; severe allergies; circulation problems; or thyroid problems.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking Bisoprolol, call your doctor.
• if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking Bisoprolol.
• you should know that Bisoprolol may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how Bisoprolol affects you.
• remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by Bisoprolol.

Bisoprolol Side Effects

Although side effects from Bisoprolol are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• dizziness or lightheadedness
• excessive tiredness
• headache
• upset stomach
• diarrhea
• muscle aches
• cold hands and feet

If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

• difficulty breathing
• sore throat and fever
• unusual bleeding
• swelling of the feet or hands
• unusual weight gain
• chest pain
• slow, irregular heartbeat