What it's used for
Bisoprolol fumarate tablets are used in the management of hypertension. They may be used alone or combined with other blood pressure-lowering agents.
Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).
Typical dosing
The dose must be individualized, with a usual starting dose of 5 mg once daily.
Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.
Boxed warning / key safety info
Beta-blockade may result in depression of myocardial contractility and precipitate more severe heart failure, so beta-blockers should generally be avoided in patients with overt congestive failure.
Common side effects
Safety data are available from clinical studies in thousands of patients and volunteers.
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