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Bisofirst-5 Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

BISOPROLOL-5MG

Uses:

Hypertension and angina pectoris.

Medicinal Benefits:

Bisofirst-5 Tablet is an antihypertensive medication used to treat hypertension/high blood pressure and angina pectoris. Bisofirst-5 Tablet alters how the body responds to certain nerve impulses, particularly in the heart. As a result, Bisofirst-5 Tablet reduces the heart rate and makes it easier for the heart to circulate blood throughout the body. Thereby, Bisofirst-5 Tablet aids in reducing the high blood pressure and the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future.

FAQs

Yes, Bisofirst-5 Tablet can be taken in the morning or at any other time. Take your first dose before bedtime as it can make you feel dizzy. If you don't feel dizzy after taking the first dose, take Bisofirst-5 Tablet in the morning. It is better to take it at a fixed time.

Usually, Bisofirst-5 Tablet is prescribed for a long-term treatment ranging from weeks to months for treating heart-related conditions. However, taking it on your own for a year without a doctor's consent can be fatal. Hence, only take it as long as your doctor prescribes it.

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Bisofirst-5 Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may cause blood pressure rise and this may increase your risk of heart attack and stroke. Therefore, take Bisofirst-5 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Bisofirst-5 Tablet , please consult your doctor so that the dose may be gradually reduced.

No, you are not recommended to consume alcohol with Bisofirst-5 Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects like dizziness, tiredness, and sleepy.

No, Bisofirst-5 Tablet is not safe to be taken in pregnancy. It can have many harmful effects on the newborn and can even cause complications in pregnancy. The use of Bisofirst-5 Tablet may decrease the blood supply to the fetus, slow down its growth, cause intrauterine death, abortion, or early labour. Therefore, it is advised to consult your doctor if you are planning a baby or if you become pregnant during the course of treatment with this medication.