Zebeta
This medicine is formulated to help manage hypertension and intended to support the reduction of cardiovascular workload.
Strengths: 5 · 10mg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Cardicor
- Therapeutic class
Beta Blocker
- Pharmacological class
Beta-1 Selective Adrenoceptor Antagonist
- Contraindications
bradycardia; second or third degree AV block; cardiogenic shock; severe asthma
- Minor side effects
fatigue; dizziness; headache; cold extremities
- Moderate side effects
bradycardia; nausea
- Dosage forms
Film-coated tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Merck
- Onset Time
1–2 weeks
- Duration
long-term
- Storage instructions
Store in the original container.
- Drug interactions
Calcium channel blockers; Antihypertensives
- Age restrictions
Not recommended for children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: consult physician. Breastfeeding: not advisable.
Precautions and warnings
may mask symptoms of hypoglycaemia; do not stop treatment abruptly; caution in obstructive airway disease
Serious side effects
bronchospasm — requires immediate medical attention; heart block — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
This medicine is formulated to help manage hypertension and intended to support the reduction of cardiovascular workload.
Mechanism of action
Bisoprolol is a selective beta-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist. It blocks the binding of catecholamines to these receptors, resulting in reduced heart rate and blood pressure.
Zebeta
This medicine is formulated to help manage hypertension and intended to support the reduction of cardiovascular workload.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Bisoprolol
- Listed indication(s): Hypertension, Chronic Heart Failure
Available option
- 360 tablets - 5 mg99-5-mg-4577