Manufacturer : Bisoprolol (5mg)

Made In: Merck Ltd

Concor 5 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), angina (heart-related chest pain), irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmia). It also helps to prevent future heart attacks and migraines. Concor 5 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. The main side effects of this medicine are fatigue, headache, slow heart rate, dizziness, and nausea. These are usually mild and short-lived. It may also cause shortness of breath or low blood pressure in some people. To reduce the risk of side effects your doctor will probably start the medicine at a low dose and gradually increase it. Consult your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not go away. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. It may also not be suitable for people who have a slow heart rate, severe circulation problems, severe heart failure, or low blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase certain side effects. USES OF CONCOR TABLET Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain) Treatment of Arrhythmia Prevention of Heart attack Prevention of Migraine BENEFITS OF CONCOR TABLET In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Concor 5 Tablet blocks the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps the heart to beat with less force. This lowers your blood pressure and helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor. Show More SIDE EFFECTS OF CONCOR TABLET 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 Common side effects of Concor Nausea Headache Slow heart rate Fatigue Constipation Diarrhea Dizziness Cold extremities HOW TO USE CONCOR TABLET 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 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. HOW CONCOR TABLET WORKS Concor 5 Tablet is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body. SAFETY ADVICE warnings Alcohol UNSAFE Concor 5 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. warnings Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Information regarding the use of Concor 5 Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. warnings Breast feeding CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Concor 5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. warnings Driving UNSAFE Concor 5 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. warnings Kidney CAUTION Concor 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Concor 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular blood pressure monitoring is advisable for dose adjustment. warnings Liver CAUTION Concor 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Concor 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Concor 5 Tablet is started at a lower dose in these patients and further increased slowly with careful monitoring. WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE CONCOR TABLET? If you miss a dose of Concor 5 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.