Bisol Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Bisoprolol fumarate

Indications/Uses

HTN, CHD (angina pectoris), stable chronic moderate to severe heart failure w/ reduced systolic ventricular function in addition to ACE inhibitors, diuretics & optionally, cardiac glycosides.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Individualised dosage. Usual starting dose 2.5-5 mg once daily. May be increased to 10 mg. Max: 20 mg once daily if necessary.

Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Contraindications

Cardiogenic shock, overt cardiac failure, 2nd or 3rd degree AV block & marked sinus bradycardia.

Special Precautions

Cardiac failure, peripheral vascular disease, bronchospastic disease, patient under anaesth & major surgery, DM, hyperthyroidism. Renal or hepatic impairment. Pregnancy & lactation. Childn & elderly.

Adverse Reactions

Dizziness, headache; dry mouth; bradycardia, cold extremities, vivid dreams, insomnia, depression; GI disturbances; muscle/joint or back/neck pain, muscle cramps, skin rashes; visual disturbances, taste abnormalities; gout; resp disturbances, decreased libido/impotence, malaise, edema, wt gain.

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Drug Interactions

Other β-blocking agents, catecholamine-depleting drugs eg, reserpine or guanethidine, clonidine; myocardial depressants or AV conduction inhibitors eg, verapamil, diltiazem, antiarrhythmic drugs eg, disopyramide; rifampin.

MIMS Class

Beta-Blockers

ATC Classification

C07AB07 - bisoprolol ; Belongs to the class of selective beta-blocking agents. Used in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Bisol FC tab 5 mg

Packing/Price

100's;300's

Bisol

bisoprolol

Manufacturer:

Taiwan Biotech

Distributor:

SS Health