Manufacturer: Merck Ltd
Salt Composition : Bisoprolol(1.25mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Concor COR 1.25 Tablet is also used to relieve the symptoms caused by an overactive thyroid gland. It may be prescribed alone or together with other medications. The dose and frequency depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. It may be taken empty stomach or with a meal, but take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It may take several weeks before you get the full benefit of this medicine and you may need to take it for the rest of your life. However, it is important to continue taking it even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill and if you stop taking it, your condition may worsen.
This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body such as epinephrine on the heart and blood vessels. This effect lowers the heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.
Bisoprolol exhibits a high absolute bioavailability (90%) because of its nearly complete absorption (greater than 90%) and small first-pass effect (10%). Bioavailability is independent of food intake. A long plasma-elimination half-life (10-11h) allows a once-a-day dose regimen.
Nausea
Headache
Slow heart rate
Fatigue
Constipation
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Cold extremities
pheochromocytoma.
diabetes.
depression.
myasthenia gravis, a skeletal muscle disorder.
complete heart block.
second degree atrioventricular heart block.
sinus bradycardia.
sudden and serious symptoms of heart failure called acute decompensated heart failure.
Information regarding the use of Concor COR 1.25 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Concor COR 1.25 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Concor COR 1.25 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Bisoprolol is indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate hypertension. It may be used off-label to treat heart failure, atrial fibrillation, and angina pectoris
acebutolol.
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carvedilol.
celiprolol.
clonidine.
digoxin.
diltiazem.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Concor COR 1.25 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Concor COR 1.25 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines
It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
Do not stop taking Concor COR 1.25 Tablet suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Concor COR 1.25 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Is Concor COR 1.25 Tablet a diuretic?
No, Concor COR 1.25 Tablet is not a diuretic. Concor COR 1.25 Tablet is a beta-blocker medicine which works by blocking the hyperactivity of the nerve impulses in the heart. This relaxes the heart muscles and eventually calms the heart.
Q. What is the best time to take Concor COR 1.25 Tablet?
Concor COR 1.25 Tablet can be taken anytime in the morning or evening, usually prescribed once daily. However, your very first dose of Concor COR 1.25 Tablet may make you feel dizzy, so it is better to take your first dose at bedtime. After that, if you do not feel dizzy, you may take it any time of the day. Follow the advice of your doctor. It is advised to take it at the same time each day so that you remember to take it and consistent levels of medicine are maintained in the body.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Concor COR 1.25 Tablet?
If you have missed a dose of Concor COR 1.25 Tablet, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take it in the regular schedule instead of taking the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Q. When will I feel better after taking Concor COR 1.25 Tablet?
You may not feel any difference after taking Concor COR 1.25 Tablet, if you are taking it for high blood pressure. However, keep taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor because you will still be getting its full benefits. If you are taking Concor COR 1.25 Tablet for angina or heart failure, it may take several weeks or months to make you feel better.
