Ancor 2.5mg 1pcs

Indications
Bisoprolol is indicated for the treatment of stable chronic heart failure with reduced systolic left ventricular function in addition to ACE inhibitors diuretics and optionally cardiac glycosides. Treatment of chronic, stable angina pectoris. Treatment of essential hypertension.
Therapeutic Class
Anti adrenergic agent (Beta blockers), Beta-adrenoceptor blocking drugs, Beta-blockers
Pharmacology
Bisoprolol blocks the action of the sympathetic nervous system on the heart by blocking the heart’s β1-adrenergic receptors. Bisoprolol reduces the rate & force of contraction of the heart, thus lowers blood pressure.
Dosage & Administration
The dose of Bisoprolol must be individualized to the needs of the patient. The usual starting dose is Bisoprolol 5 mg once daily. In some patients, Bisoprolol 2.5 mg may be an appropriate starting dose. If the antihypertensive effect of Bisoprolol 5 mg is inadequate, the dose may be increased to 10 mg and then, if necessary, to 20 mg once daily.
Interaction
The effect and tolerability of medicines can be influenced by simultaneous intake of other medication. Such interactions can also occur if a short time has elapsed since the use of the other medication.
Contraindications
Bisoprolol is contraindicated in patients with cardiogenic shock, overt cardiac failure, second or third degree AV block, and marked sinus bradycardia.
Side Effects
Fatigue, dizziness, headache, disturbances of the gut such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation or abdominal pain, cold or numb extremities, e.g. hands and feet, muscle weakness or cramps, slower than normal heart beat (bradycardia), worsening of heart failure, sleep disturbance, depression, breathing difficulties due to a narrowing of the airways (bronchospasm) in people with asthma or COPD.