Question 1

What is Bisoprolol Fumarate used for?

Accepted Answer

High blood pressure (hypertension), heart failure, chest pain (angina), fast or irregular heartbeat

Question 2

How do you take Bisoprolol Fumarate?

Accepted Answer

Take one tablet once a day, preferably in the morning, with or without food. Swallow with water — do not crush or chew. Your doctor will usually start you on a low dose (like 2.5 mg or 5 mg) and may increase it gradually. Do not stop taking this drug suddenly without your doctor's advice, as it can cause serious heart problems.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Bisoprolol Fumarate?

Accepted Answer

Feeling tired or weak, dizziness or lightheadedness, cold hands and feet, slow heartbeat, headache

Question 4

Who should not take Bisoprolol Fumarate?

Accepted Answer

People allergic to bisoprolol, those with very slow heartbeat (bradycardia), severe asthma or breathing problems, very low blood pressure, or untreated heart failure. Also not suitable for people with a condition called pheochromocytoma (a rare adrenal gland tumour) unless already treated.

Question 5

Is Bisoprolol Fumarate safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Bisoprolol is not safe during pregnancy as it can harm the unborn baby, and it is not recommended while breastfeeding — talk to your doctor before using it if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

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