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Nebilol 5 mg

Tablet

Generic: Nebivolol Hydrochloride

Opsonin Pharma Ltd.

Therapeutic Class: Cardioselective Beta Blocker (Vasodilating)

Indications

Essential hypertension. Stable mild to moderate chronic heart failure in elderly patients, as an addition to standard therapy.

Pharmacology

Nebivolol is a highly beta-1 selective blocker that also promotes nitric oxide mediated vasodilation. It lowers heart rate and blood pressure while reducing peripheral vascular resistance.

Dosage & Administration

Hypertension: 5 mg once daily; elderly or renal impairment: start with 2.5 mg once daily. Heart failure: start with 1.25 mg once daily and increase gradually every 1-2 weeks to a maximum of 10 mg once daily.

Side Effects

Headache, dizziness, fatigue, tingling sensation, slow heart rate, nausea, constipation or diarrhoea and oedema.

Precautions & Warnings

Do not stop suddenly; reduce the dose gradually. Use with caution in diabetes (may mask signs of low blood sugar), COPD, peripheral vascular disease and psoriasis.

Contraindications

Severe hepatic impairment, asthma or severe bronchospasm, marked bradycardia, second or third degree heart block, sick sinus syndrome, cardiogenic shock, uncontrolled heart failure and untreated phaeochromocytoma.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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