Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Bisect 10mg/5mg Tablet
Description:
Bisect 10mg/5mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It works by relaxing the blood vessels and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body.
You can take Bisect 10mg/5mg Tablet at any time of day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Retain taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Retaining active with regular exercise, reducing your weight and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.
It may cause side effects like headache, ankle swelling, slow heart rate, and nausea. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs while sitting down. You may be asked for regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, blood sugar level, and electrolytes level while on the treatment.
Earlier taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions.
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Bisect
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Ankle swelling
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Slow heart rate
- Fatiguedness
- Palpitations
- Nausea
- Edema (swelling)
- Constipation
- Frigid extremities
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Warning & Precautions:
Bisect 10mg/5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bisect 10mg/5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bisect 10mg/5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Bisect 10mg/5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Bisect 10mg/5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bisect 10mg/5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is advisable for dose adjustment.
Bisect 10mg/5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bisect 10mg/5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Bisect 10mg/5mg Tablet is started at a lower dose in these patients and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.
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