CORBIS 2.5MG TABLET

Uses and Benefits of CORBIS 2.5MG TABLET (Bisoprolol Fumarate 2.5mg)

Bisoprolol Fumarate 2.5mg is commonly prescribed for managing high blood pressure and heart-related conditions.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Treating high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Managing chronic stable angina (chest pain due to reduced blood flow to the heart)
• Supporting treatment of stable heart failure along with other medicines
• Helping control certain irregular heart rhythms as advised by a doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• Blocks beta receptors in the heart, reducing the effect of stress hormones like adrenaline
• Slows down the heart rate and reduces the force of heart contractions
• Lowers the workload on the heart, which helps reduce blood pressure and chest pain

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for treating sudden severe chest pain or heart attack in progress
• Not a painkiller and does not treat general body pain
• Not used to treat infections or fever
• Not recommended for immediate relief of an asthma or breathing attack

Side Effects of CORBIS 2.5MG TABLET (Bisoprolol Fumarate 2.5mg)

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Tiredness or fatigue
• Cold hands and feet
• Dizziness
• Slow heart rate
• Headache

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea or upset stomach
• Diarrhoea or constipation
• Sleep disturbances, including vivid dreams
• Low mood

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe shortness of breath or wheezing
• Fainting or severe dizziness
• Very slow or irregular heartbeat
• Swelling of face, lips, or throat suggesting an allergic reaction
• Significant swelling of legs or sudden weight gain

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to Use CORBIS 2.5MG TABLET (Bisoprolol Fumarate 2.5mg)

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once a day
• Swallow the tablet with water, with or without food, at the same time each day
• Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly, even if you feel better, without consulting your doctor
• Continue taking it regularly, even if your blood pressure feels normal

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it is almost time for the next dose
• If it is close to the next dose, skip the missed one and continue as usual
• Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Safety Information and Precautions for CORBIS 2.5MG TABLET (Bisoprolol Fumarate 2.5mg)

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Have a known allergy to bisoprolol or similar medicines
• Have severe asthma or a history of severe breathing problems
• Have a very slow heart rate or certain untreated heart block conditions
• Have untreated severe heart failure or very low blood pressure

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have diabetes, as this medicine can mask signs of low blood sugar
• Have asthma or other lung conditions
• Have kidney or liver disease
• Have poor blood circulation in your limbs
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Are due for surgery involving anaesthesia

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other blood pressure–lowering medicines
• Certain heart rhythm medicines
• Diabetes medicines, including insulin
• Certain calcium channel blockers
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used regularly

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I stop taking this medicine once my blood pressure is normal?

No, stopping suddenly can be harmful; your doctor will guide you on tapering the dose if needed.

Can this medicine make me feel tired?

Yes, tiredness and cold hands or feet are common initially and often improve with time.

Can I take this medicine with other blood pressure tablets?

• Only if your doctor prescribes them together, since combining heart medicines needs careful monitoring.
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