Bisbeta 2,5 mg / 5 mg / 10 mg TABLET
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 11 February 2022
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of stable chronic heart failure with reduced systolic function.
Dosage (summary)
Start with 1.25 mg daily, titrate to max 10 mg once daily.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 3 hours, Duration: 24 hours
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation due to risk of hypotonia in newborn.
Key Drug Interactions
- Hypoglycaemic agents
- Calcium antagonists
- Clonidine
- Antidysrhythmic agents
Contraindications
- Acute heart failure
- Cardiogenic shock
- AV block
- Severe asthma
- Bradycardia
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Cold extremities
- Bradycardia
Counselling Points
- Monitor blood pressure and heart rate
- Avoid sudden discontinuation
- Inform anaesthetist before surgery
Serious warnings
- Caution in diabetes
- Risk of bronchospasm
- Do not discontinue abruptly
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