Besicor-T 2.5 Tablet
food interaction for Besicor-T
alcohol interaction for Besicor-T
pregnancy interaction for Besicor-T
lactation interaction for Besicor-T
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Besicor-T 2.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Take it preferably in the morning.
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Take it preferably in the morning.
None
CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Besicor-T 2.5 Tablet.
UNSAFE
Besicor-T 2.5 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Besicor-T 2.5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Besicor-T
Bisoprolol(2.5mg)
Uses
Bisoprolol is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain), Arrhythmia, heart attack and migraine.
How it works
Bisoprolol is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
Common side effects
Headache, Fatigue, Dizziness, Upper respiratory tract infection, Slow heart rate, Bronchospasm, Dryness in mouth
Telmisartan(40mg)
Uses
Telmisartan is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Heart failure, fever and prevention of heart attack and stroke.
How it works
Telmisartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It relaxes blood vessels by blocking the action of a chemical that usually makes blood vessels tighter. This lowers the blood pressure, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly to different organs and the heart to pump more efficiently..
Common side effects
Tachycardia, Increased sweating, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Fever, Piles, Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways), Joint inflammation, Dryness in mouth, Cystitis, Nausea, Diarrhea, Asthma, Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin), Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Low blood platelets, Impotence, Migraine, Upper respiratory tract infection, Back pain, Cough, Hypersensitivity, Sinus inflammation, Skin ulcer, Vertigo, Intermittent claudication, Ringing in ear, Decreased hemoglobin, Increased creatinine level in blood
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Expert advice FOR Besicor-T
- It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
- Do not stop taking Bisoprolol suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Frequently asked questions FOR Besicor-T
Bisoprolol
Q. Is Bisoprolol a diuretic?
No, Bisoprolol is not a diuretic. Bisoprolol is a beta-blocker medicine which works by blocking the hyperactivity of the nerve impulses in the heart. This relaxes the heart muscles and eventually calms the heart.
Q. Is Bisoprolol effective?
Bisoprolol is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Bisoprolol too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. What is the best time to take Bisoprolol?
Bisoprolol can be taken anytime in the morning or evening, usually prescribed once daily. However, your very first dose of Bisoprolol may make you feel dizzy, so it is better to take your first dose at bedtime. After that, if you do not feel dizzy, you may take it any time of the day. Follow the advice of your doctor. It is advised to take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it and consistent levels of medicine are maintained in the body.
Telmisartan
Q. Should Telmisartan be taken in the morning or at night?
Telmisartan is generally recommended to be taken once daily, either in the morning or in the evening. Consider taking it at the same time each day as it will help you to remember taking it.
Q. How long does it take for Telmisartan to work?
You may see an improvement within a few days. But, the maximum benefit can be seen within 4-8 weeks of starting treatment.
Q. My blood pressure is now controlled. Can I stop taking Telmisartan now?
No, do not stop taking Telmisartan without consulting your doctor even if your blood pressure is controlled. Stopping it suddenly may increase your blood pressure which could be detrimental for you. Telmisartan does not cure high blood pressure but controls it. So, you may have to take the medicine lifelong. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.