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Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet

Manufactured by: Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
Composition: Bisoprolol
Prescription Required: No
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Description

Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet is an antihypertensive which is used alone or in combination with other agents to lower the elevated blood pressure. It is administered with caution in the patients with lung diseases.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet

  • Body painsevere
  • Running nose and coughsevere
  • Headachesevere
  • Sneezingsevere
  • Dizzinesssevererare
  • Chest discomfortsevererare
  • Diarrhea
  • Muscle pain
  • Joint pain
  • Trouble sleeping
SEVERE
Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.
RARE
Observed in a small fraction of population.
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet

Onset of action

The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 2 to 4 hours of administration.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 12 to 24 hours.

Safe with alcohol?

moderate
Consumption of alcohol should be avoided while taking this medicine, especially when you start taking the medicine or a change its dosage. Symptoms like headache, dizziness, change in pulse or heart rate should be reported to the doctor.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet, and hence can be used as its substitute.
Bisoheart 2.5 MG Tablet
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Corbis 2.5 MG Tablet
Unichem Laboratories Ltd.
Trubis 2.5 MG Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Zabesta 2.5 MG Tablet
Usv Ltd.
Besicor 2.5 mg Tablet
Ajanta Pharma Ltd.

What is it prescribed for?

Uses of Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet

  • Hypertension

    Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Hypertension which is an increase in the blood pressure caused by genetic and/or environmental factors.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet

  • Allergy

    Avoid if you have a known history of allergy to Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet or any other medicines belonging to the group Beta Blockers.

  • Cardiogenic shock

    Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet is not recommended in the patients suffering from cardiogenic shock.

  • Heart block greater than first degree

    Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet is not recommended in the patients having a heart block greater than first degree.

  • Sinus Bradycardia

    Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet is not recommended in the patients suffering from Bradycardia.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    If you miss a dose of Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcoholmoderate

  • Description

    - Consumption of alcohol while taking Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet may cause an additional lowering of the blood pressure. This may result in severe complication over time.

  • Instructions

    - Consumption of alcohol should be avoided while taking this medicine, especially when you start taking the medicine or a change its dosage. Symptoms like headache, dizziness, change in pulse or heart rate should be reported to the doctor.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

  • Asthma

    severe
    Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet should not be used in patients suffering from bronchial asthma or any other lung diseases. Inform the doctor if you had any history of lung diseases or family history of lung disease. Dose adjustments or an alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  • Bradyarrhythmia/Av Block

    severe
    Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet or other beta blockers are not recommended in the patients with Sinus Bradyarrhythmia or heart block greater than the first degree. Inform the doctor if you have any heart diseases or family history of heart diseases. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  • Glaucoma

    moderate
    Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet should be administered with caution in a patients suffering from Glaucoma. It may further lower the pressure in the eye.

Food interactions

  • Information not available.

Lab interactions

  • Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet with food. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

  • Pregnancy

    - This medicine is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    - This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.

General warnings

  • Cardiac Failure

    - Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet can cause heart failure and reduced flow of blood to the especially in people having a heart disease. Suitable dose adjustment and safety monitoring might be required based on the severity of the disease.

  • Major surgery

    - Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet is given with caution in the patients who are scheduled for a major surgery. An anesthetic agent with little negative inotropic activity should be selected to minimize the effect on the heart.

  • Lung Disease

    - Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet should be used with caution in the patients with lung disease who do not respond to other antihypertensives. Start with the lowest possible dose and increase the dose based on the clinical condition.

  • Diabetes

    - Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet should be administered with caution in patients with diabetes. It may mask the hypoglycemic symptoms. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary. An alternate medicine should be considered 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

    - Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet 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 alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

  • Pediatric use

    - The safety and efficacy of Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet has not been established in the pediatric population.

Other details

  • Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

How it works

This medicine works by blocking the receptors in the heart and reduces the contraction of the heart, thus reducing the blood pressure.

Legal Status

Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved

Classification

Category
Cardioselective beta blockers
Schedule
OTC

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