Bisoprolol Oral Tablet

Bisoprolol oral tablet is a prescription drug that’s only available in a generic form. Generic drugs usually cost less than the brand-name version. Bisoprolol is no longer available as the brand-name drug Zebeta.

Bisoprolol only comes as an oral tablet.

Why it's used

Bisoprolol is used to treat high blood pressure. It can be used alone or in combination with other high blood pressure medicines.

This drug may be used alone or as part of a combination therapy. That means you may need to take it with other drugs.

How it works

Bisoprolol belongs to a class of drugs called beta-blockers. It works by decreasing how hard your heart works and slowing your heart rate. This helps to treat high blood pressure and heart rate problems.

This dosage information is for bisoprolol oral tablet. All possible dosages and forms may not be included here. Your dose, form, and how often you take it will depend on:

• your age
• the condition being treated
• how severe your condition is
• other medical conditions you have
• how you react to the first dose

Forms and strengths

Generic: Bisoprolol

• Form: oral tablet
• Strengths: 5 mg and 10 mg

Dosage for high blood pressure (hypertension)

Adult dosage (ages 18–64 years)

• The usual starting dosage is 5 mg taken once per day.
• If you don’t respond to that dosage, your doctor may increase your dose to 10 mg taken once per day.
• The maximum dosage is 20 mg per day.

Child dosage (ages 0–17 years)

A safe and effective dosage hasn’t been established for this age group.

Senior dosage (ages 65 years and older)

As you age, your organs (such as kidneys or liver) may not work as well as they once did. This causes more of the drug to stay in your body. Your doctor may start you at a lower dosage.

Special considerations

• For people with asthma or respiratory disease: Your doctor will likely start you on 2.5 mg of bisoprolol per day and increase your dosage slowly. If your dosage is too high, bisoprolol can act on your lungs in addition to your heart.
• For people with kidney problems: Your doctor may start you on 2.5 mg of bisoprolol per day. Your doctor will take care when increasing your dosage.
• For people with liver problems: Your doctor may start you on 2.5 mg of bisoprolol per day. Your doctor will take care when increasing your dosage.

Disclaimer: Our goal is to provide you with the most relevant and current information. However, because drugs affect each person differently, we cannot guarantee that this list includes all possible dosages. This information is not a substitute for medical advice. Always to speak with your doctor or pharmacist about dosages that are right for you.

Bisoprolol oral tablet is used for long-term treatment. It comes with serious risks if you don’t take it as prescribed.

If you miss a dose: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it’s close to the time of your next dose, only take the coming dose. Don’t double the dose to try to make up for missed doses.

If you take too much: The most common signs of overdose include:

• heart rate that’s slower than normal
• blood pressure that’s lower than normal
• heart failure
• blood sugar levels that are lower than normal
• bronchospasm (tightening of the airways in your lungs making it harder to breathe)

If you think you’ve taken too much of this drug, call your doctor or local poison control center. If your symptoms are severe, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room right away.

How to tell the drug is working: You may be able to tell this drug is working if your blood pressure and heart rate are lower.

There are other drugs available to treat your condition. Some may be better suited for you than others. Talk to your doctor about other drug options that may work for you.

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