Lodoz 5 Tablet (Bisoprolol 5mg / Hydrochlorothiazide 6.25mg)

Medical Description

Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10 is an anti-hypertensive medicine. It contains a combination of two medicines – Bisoprolol and Hydrochlorothiazide. It is used to treat mild to moderate high blood pressure. While taking this medicine you should be cautious of your diet and should also exercise regularly. It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. It can be taken with or without food. Do not miss any dose or take it more than that recommended by the doctor. Before starting Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10, it is mandatory to inform your doctor about your past medical history and the medicines you take. Also inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10

Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10 is used for the treatment of mild to moderate hypertension (high blood pressure).

Contraindications of Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10

If you are allergic to Bisoprolol, Hydrochlorothiazide or any other ingredients of Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10.
If you have anuria (non-passage of urine)
If you are suffering from heart problems like heart failure, shock, sinus bradycardia, etc.

Side effects of Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10

Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Indigestion
Cough
Sleepiness
Fatigue
Insomnia
Low sex drive
Chest pain

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You suffer from any heart diseases
You have problems with your kidney or liver
You have diabetes
You are going to have a major surgery
You are suffering from thyroid problems
You have glaucoma
You suffer from a lung disease or asthma
You are a smoker
Your blood volume and electrolyte levels may be altered while on treatment with this medicine causing symptoms like nausea, muscle weakness, fatigue, low blood pressure, fast heart rates. If you experience any of these symptoms contact your doctor immediately.
You should let the doctor, or the laboratory person know that you are using Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10 while going for a lab test, as this medicine may interfere with the lab tests.
Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10 is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age.
Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen your condition.

Mode of Action of Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10

How Does It Work?
Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10 works by the combined action of its main components – Bisoprolol and Hydrochlorothiazide.
Bisoprolol works by blocking certain chemicals in the body that affect the heart and blood vessels, thus reducing the heart rate and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.
Hydrochlorothiazide works by helping the body get rid of extra fluid or water through urine thus eventually lowering your blood pressure.

Directions for Use of Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10

Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10 should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine. It can be taken with or without food. It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results and should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Interactions of Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10

Interactions with other medicines
Some medicines can affect the way Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10 works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
If you are taking Clonidine (used to treat high blood pressure and various other conditions) concomitantly along with this medicine, and if the treatment has to be discontinued, make sure you discontinue this medicine several days before discontinuing clonidine.
Concomitant use of Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10 with medicines to treat irregular heartbeat like disopyramide, quinidine, flecainide, amiodarone, medicines to treat migraine-like ergotamine, rizatriptan and adrenaline (epinephrine) used to treat shock may cause high blood pressure or slow heartbeats and thus should be used with caution.
Concomitant use along with medicines to treat heart diseases like verapamil, diltiazem, nifedipine, nicardipine, dihydropyridine may cause abnormal heart rhythm, low blood pressure, slow heartbeats an…
Concomitant use of NSAIDs like indomethacin, ibuprofen may decrease the effects of this medicine.
Concomitant use along with medicines to treat mental illness like fluvoxamine, imipramine may cause slow heartbeats.
Concomitant use of Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10 along with tobacco may cause an increase in heart rate and may impair blood pressure control and thus you should avoid smoking tobacco.
Other medicines like reserpine, guanethidine, lidocaine, warfarin, phenobarbital, mephobarbital, chlorpromazine, cimetidine, hydralazine, imipramine, rifampicin, theophylline, insulin and digoxin should be used with caution.
Interactions with food items
Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10 can be taken with or without food.

Storage and disposal of Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10

Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10 should be stored at room temperature protected from moisture and heat. Keep them out of reach and sight of children and pets. Do not use expired or damaged medicines. Discard any unused medicine properly, do not flush in the toilet or throw it into the drain.

Dosage of Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10

Overdose
Excess of Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10 may lead to irregular heartbeats, low blood pressure and fits. Symptoms of overdose include dizziness, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, weakness, confusion, muscle cramps, dehydration, fatigue, unconsciousness. Seek urgent medical help if you experience any symptoms or feel you have taken too much of this medicine.
Missed a Dose
In case you’ve missed any dose of Lodoz 5/6.25 Mg Tablet 10, take it as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Avoid taking a double dose to compensate for the missed dose.