Beta-blocker (heart and blood pressure medicine)
Last reviewed June 2026
Who is this for?
Nebivolol is a heart and blood pressure medicine that works by slowing down your heart rate and relaxing your blood vessels, making it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.
Blocks β1-adrenergic receptors in the heart and blood vessels, reducing cardiac contractility, heart rate, and peripheral vascular resistance; additionally exhibits vasodilatory properties through β3-adrenergic receptor activation and nitric oxide release, providing enhanced blood pressure reduction.
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The usual starting dose is one 5 mg tablet once a day, preferably at the same time each day. You can take it with or without food. Your doctor may start you on a lower dose (2.5 mg) and increase it gradually. Swallow the tablet with water — do not crush or chew it. Available in Nigeria as Nebilong 5, Nodon 5, and Nodon 10 tablets.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue your normal schedule. Never take two tablets at once to make up for a missed dose.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking nebivolol as it can make dizziness and low blood pressure worse. Do not take it with other blood pressure medicines like verapamil or diltiazem without your doctor's guidance, as your heart rate can drop dangerously low. Be cautious if you are using diabetes medicines — nebivolol can hide the warning signs of low blood sugar like fast heartbeat.
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Nebivolol is not safe during pregnancy as it can harm the unborn baby, and it is not recommended while breastfeeding — consult your doctor before use.
Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C away from direct sunlight and humidity — Nigerian heat can damage the medicine. Keep it in the original packaging and far out of reach of children.
For information only — not medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist before changing your medication.
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