Biselect 5 Tablet (Bisoprolol 5mg)

Description

Biselect 5 MG Tablet is used alone or in combination with other medicines in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina (chest pain due to decrease oxygen supply to the heart muscles). This medicine relaxes the heart muscles and slows down your heart rate. This lowers your blood pressure.

Biselect 5 MG Tablet shows side effects like headache, nausea, slow heartbeat, diarrhoea, etc. These side effects usually go away on their own. Consult with your doctor if these side effects worsens. This medicine can cause dizziness, therefore avoid activities that require mental focus like driving or operating machines.

Biselect 5 MG Tablet can be taken with or without food, as prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose according to your condition. Take this medicine at the same time every day to maintain a constant level in your blood. Avoid the discontinuation of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Biselect 5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems. This medicine is not recommended if you have heart problems that cause slow heart beat, abnormal rhythm or insufficient pumping of the blood as it can worsen your condition. Also, inform your doctor about all the medicines that you take as they can interact with each other and cause side effects. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Biselect 5 MG Tablet
Bisoheart 5 MG Tablet
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Concor 5 MG Tablet
Merck Consumer Healthcare Ltd.
Corbis 5 MG Tablet
Unichem Laboratories Ltd.
Trubis 5 MG Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Besicor 5 mg Tablet
Ajanta Pharma Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Biselect 5 MG Tablet
Joint pain
Headache
Dizziness
Feeling of coldness or numbness
Diarrhoea
Nausea
Fatigue
Slow heartbeat
Sleep disorders

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Uses of Biselect 5 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Hypertension
Hypertension or high blood pressure is a condition in which the circulating blood exerts high pressure on the walls of your blood vessels. If left untreated, it can lead to various complications like stroke and heart attack. Biselect 5 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of hypertension.
Angina
Angina refers to chest pain due to decrease in oxygen supply to your heart muscles. Biselect 5 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of angina as it reduces the workload on your heart.

When not to use?

Allergy
Biselect 5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, swelling and/or itching (especially in the face, lips, throat, etc.), dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Cardiogenic shock
Cardiogenic shock is an emergency condition where your heart suddenly stops pumping blood throughout your body. Biselect 5 MG Tablet is not recommended in such cases as this medicine relaxes your heart muscles and decrease the heart rate, which further depresses your heart functions.
Heart block greater than first degree
Heart block occurs when the electrical signal that controls your heartbeat is partially or completely blocked. This results in slow and/or irregular heartbeats. Biselect 5 MG Tablet is not recommended in such cases as it can worsen your heart condition.
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus bradycardia is a type of slow heartbeat due to improper electrical impulses in your heart. Biselect 5 MG Tablet is not recommended if you have sinus bradycardia as it can further slower your heartbeats and worsen your condition.

Dosage

Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Biselect 5 MG Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Biselect 5 MG Tablet.

General Instructions

Biselect 5 MG Tablet can be taken with or without food. Do not break, crush or chew the tablet.

Take it at the same time every day for the ease of remembering. Avoid taking more or fewer doses than that prescribed by your doctor. Keep taking the medicine regularly even if your condition improves. Avoid self-medication or discontinuation of this medicine without your doctor’s advise.

Avoid smoking, eat a healthy balanced diet and exercise regularly to get the maximum benefit from the treatment.

Biselect 5 MG Tablet can make you dizzy. Hence, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying down position.

If you experience any side effects that persist or worsen, consult your doctor.