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.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet
Bisoheart 2.5 MG Tablet
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Concor 2.5 MG Tablet
Merck Consumer Healthcare Ltd.
Concor Cor 2.5 MG Tablet
Merck Consumer Healthcare Ltd.
Qualis 2.5 MG Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Besicor 2.5 mg Tablet
Ajanta Pharma Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet
- Body pain
- Running nose and cough
- Headache
- Sneezing
- Dizziness
- Chest discomfort
- Diarrhea
- Muscle pain
- Joint pain
- Trouble sleeping
Uses of Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
- Hypertension
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 2 to 4 hours of administration.
- How long do the effects of this medicine last?The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 12 to 24 hours.
- Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?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 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 during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.
- Can this medicine be taken 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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
Alprazolam
Theophylline
Calcium channel blockers
Disease interactions
Asthma
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
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
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.
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.
Miscelleneous
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
Classification
Category
Cardioselective beta blockers
Schedule
Schedule H
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