Bisoprolol:
Bisoprolol is a competitive antagonist of β-adrenoreceptors. Its action last for 24 hours. Bisoprolol reduces blood pressure and heart rate by blocking β- blockers. It has high selectivity toward β-blockers.It also has calcium antagonist property.
Indications:
Hypertension, Angina pectoris, Heart failure, coronary artery disease etc
Side Effects:
Worsening of pre-existed heart failure, Hypotension, Dizziness, headache, cold extremities, reduced libido, calcium antagonist, bradycardia, nausea
Dosage Form:
Bisoprolol 2.5 mg tablets
Bisoprolol 5 mg tablets
Bisoprolol 10 mg tablets
Combinations with Bisoprolol:
Tablets:
Bisoprolol 5 mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 6.25 mg
Bisoprolol 5 mg + S (-) Amlodipine 2.5 mg
Bisoprolol 5 mg + Hydrochlorothiazide 6.25 mg
Bisoprolol 5 mg + S (-) Amlodipine 2.5 mg
Brand Names (Company Name):
BISELECT (INTAS)
CONCOR (MERCK)
CORBIS (UNISEARCH)
LODOZ (MERCK)
ZABESTA (USV)