Biscard 5 mg (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Bisoprolol hemifumarate
Company Novatek pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Biscard 25 mg tablet

Title

Biscard 5 mg Tablet

Categories

  • Medicine
  • Health
  • Pharmaceuticals

Indications

  • Hypertension
  • Angina
  • Moderate to severe heart failure

Mode of Action

  • Selective ß1 blocker
  • Reduces heart rate and cardiac output
  • Decrease of arterial hypertension
  • Lipid metabolism impact
  • High therapeutic reliability
  • Absorption rate (>90%)
  • Bioavailability (88%)
  • Metabolism via oxidative pathways
  • Renal elimination of metabolites
  • Clearance of Bisoprolol (15 l/h)
  • Elimination half-life of 10-12 hours

Dosage & Administration

  • Adult starting dose: 5 mg once daily
  • Dose titration interval: 2 weeks
  • Maximum dose: 20 mg once daily
  • Children: Safety and effectiveness not established
  • Patients with Renal or Hepatic Impairment: Initial daily dose should be 5 mg

Interaction

  • Not to be combined with other β-blocking agents
  • Catecholamine-depleting drugs monitoring
  • Exacerbation of rebound hypertension with clonidine withdrawal
  • Use with care when myocardial depressants or inhibitors of A-V conduction are used concurrently
  • Combined use with calcium channel blockers with negative inotropic effects caution

Contraindications

  • Cardiogenic shock
  • Overt heart failure
  • Second or third degree A-V block
  • Right ventricular failure secondary to pulmonary hypertension
  • Sinus bradycardia

Side Effects

  • Fatigue
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Disturbances of the gut
  • Cold or numb extremities
  • Muscle weakness or cramps
  • Breathing difficulties due to bronchospasm

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Pregnancy: Use if potential benefit justifies potential risk to the fetus
  • Lactation: Consider essential use only with nursing cessation

Precautions & Warnings

  • Impaired renal or hepatic function caution
  • Increased reactivity in patients with severe anaphylactic reaction
  • Unresponsiveness to usual doses of epinephrine in allergic reactions

Therapeutic Class

  • Anti adrenergic agent (Beta blockers)
  • Beta-adrenoceptor blocking drugs
  • Beta-blockers

Storage Conditions

  • Dry place away from light and heat
  • Keep out of the reach of children

Chemical Structure

  • Molecular Formula: C<sub>18</sub>H<sub>31</sub>NO<sub>4</sub>
  • Chemical Structure Image: https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-135-bisoprolol-hemifumarate-chemical-structure-rpXCAgy2GIOFKWUs5Peu.svg

Common Questions about Biscard 5 mg Tablet

  • What is Biscard 5 mg Tablet?: Beta-blocker medication
  • What is Biscard 5 mg Tablet used for?: Lowering blood pressure, reducing heart workload, preventing chest pain
  • How should I take Biscard 5 mg Tablet?: Orally, once daily, best practice to take at the same time each day
  • What are the side effects of Biscard 5 mg Tablet?: Dizziness, fatigue, headache, slow heart rate, difficulty breathing, cold hands and feet
  • Is Biscard 5 mg Tablet safe to take?: Generally safe, but consult doctor if having specific health conditions
  • Should I use Biscard 5 mg Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?: After food in prescribed dosage
  • What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Biscard 5 mg Tablet?: Keep in cool dry place and in original packaging, out of reach of children and pets
  • Quick Tips:
    • May cause dizziness
    • Can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if diabetic
    • Do not stop suddenly as it can cause sudden rise in blood pressure

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