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Besicor-C 5 Tablet
Manufactured byAJANTA PHARMA LTD
ContainsBisoprolol (5 mg) + Cilnidipine (10 mg)
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Description
Besicor-C 5 Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of high blood pressure. Patients are advised to maintain a strict exercise and diet regimen along with this medicine for the best possible effect. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Besicor-C 5 Tablet
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Besicor-C 5 Tablet
Body pain
Runny Nose and Cough
Headache
Sneezing
Chest discomfort
Diarrhea
Trouble sleeping
Dizziness
Increased heartbeat
Stomach pain
Dry mouth
Muscle pain
Uses of Besicor-C 5 Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Hypertension
This medicine is used in the treatment of hypertension which is an increase in the blood pressure caused by genetic and/or environmental factors.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 2-4 hours of administration of the dose.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, irregular heart rate, and fainting. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to bisoprolol, cilnidipine, other beta-blockers, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Heart diseases
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from heart diseases such as a heart block greater than first degree, cardiogenic shock, sick sinus syndrome (without a permanent pacemaker in place), sinus bradycardia, etc. since it may worsen the patient's condition.
Bronchial asthma
This medicine is not recommended for use in people having a history of bronchial asthma and bronchospasm or any other condition in which the airway is obstructed due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.
General warnings
Cardiac Failure
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from heart diseases due to the increased risk of cardiac failure. Close monitoring of heart function is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Major surgery
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients undergoing a major surgery due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of heart function is recommended for such patients. An appropriate anesthetic agent should be chosen to minimize the interaction as well as side effects.
Lung Diseases
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from obstructive lung diseases such as bronchial asthma, bronchospasm, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease since it may worsen the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered under your doctor's supervision.
Diabetes
This medicine should be administered with caution in patients having elevated blood sugar levels. This medicine may mask certain symptoms of hypoglycemia which may cause serious adverse effects. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary. An alternative treatment option should be considered in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Sports
It is advised to not indulge in certain sports while consuming this medicine. Archery, racing, shooting and other high-risk sports should be avoided. Sportspersons should refer to the list of banned medicines published by World Anti-Doping Agency while participating in specific sports events.
Hyperthyroidism
This medicine should be administered with caution in patients with increased thyroid levels. Abrupt withdrawal of this medicine may lead to a life-threatening condition called thyroid-storm. Frequent monitoring of thyroid levels is necessary. An alternative treatment option should be considered in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Use in Children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Drug Withdrawal
Abrupt discontinuation of this medicine may increase the risk of increased chest pain (angina). A gradual dose reduction is recommended to avoid these reactions. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Driving or Operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause blurred vision or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, irregular heart rate, and fainting. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine
Alprazolam
Carbamazepine
Theophylline
Calcium channel blockers
Primaquine
Disease interactions
Glaucoma
This medicine should be administered with caution in patients suffering from glaucoma. A change in the dose of the current glaucoma medicine may be required in some cases. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Asthma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with bronchial asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease since it may worsen the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be done under your doctor's supervision.
Heart Block
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a greater than first-degree heart block unless a permanent pacemaker is present due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. An alternative treatment option should be considered based on the clinical condition.
Congestive heart failure
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with congestive heart failure since it may worsen the patient's condition. Close monitoring of blood pressure, electrolytes level, and heart function are recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended while taking this medicine due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Symptoms like dizziness, headache, swelling of hands and feet should be reported to the doctor on priority.
Lab interactions
Urinary vanillymandelic acid
Report the use of this medicine if you have been asked to undergo this test for the presence of adrenal gland tumor. Use of this medicine is likely to give false value that might be higher than normal.
Take this medicine as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Bisoprolol works by relaxing the blood vessels and slowing the heartbeat. Cilnidipine acts by blocking the influx of calcium (responsible for contraction of blood vessels) and causes relaxation, thereby promoting the smooth flow of blood. Their combination is thus effective in reducing the blood pressure.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Antihypertensive combinations, Cardioselective beta blockers with calcium channel blocker
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 4 Jun 2019
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