Biselect 5

Uses
Biselect 5 (Bisoprolol Fumarate) is a beta blocker medication that is used to treat high blood pressure (also called hypertension) and chronic angina pectoris. It has also been used in combination with ACE inhibitors, diuretics or other medicines for the treatment of heart failure. This medicine's mode of action involves blocking beta receptors which occur throughout the body. When stimulated by adrenaline, these receptors cause stress responses. By blocking the beta receptors in the heart, the effects that noradrenaline and adrenaline have on the heart are diminished, leading to the heart beating at a reduced pace. This in turn leads to a reduction in blood pressure, and may also treat the other conditions listed here.

Dosage and Administration
Biselect 5 (Bisoprolol Fumarate) comes as 5mg strength tablets. The correct dosage regimen will be determined by the doctor providing medical treatment. Adults being treated for hypertension may be told to start out with 5mg (one tablet) per day. The maintenance dosage for this condition ranges from 5mg to 20mg per day. Congestive heart failure patients may be instructed by their doctor to begin treatment with 1.25mg per day. The doctor may decide to increase this by 1.25mg (this adjustment may occur 48 hours later). Weekly adjustments may then be made at the discretion of the doctor, up to a maximum dosage of 5mg per day. If the patient is being given this medicine for angina, the dosage requirements may differ. In all cases, patients must strictly adhere to the dosage instructions given by their doctor.

Side effects
Treatment with Biselect 5 (Bisoprolol Fumarate) may cause patients to experience side effects, such as:

• Nasal congestion
• Pain in the stomach
• Urinating more than usual
• Difficulties sleeping properly
• Aches affecting the muscles

Notify your doctor if any side effects become bothersome. Some reactions may be serious and will require immediate medical treatment. Examples of this include painful urinating, hallucinations, inflammation of the limbs and other severe side effects which have not been listed here.

Precautions
Patients are advised not to suddenly cease taking this medication without first consulting their doctor, due to the risk of a worsening of symptoms when treatment is abruptly stopped. Your doctor might gradually lower your dosage over a specified period of time in order to prevent this.

If you are affected by psoriasis or have a history of this condition, treatment with this medicine will only be recommended by your doctor if the potential benefits have been deemed to outweigh the risks.

Seek immediate emergency medical attention if you suffer an allergic reaction. Symptoms to watch for, which may be indicative of a reaction, include skin rashes, hives, swelling of the face or limbs, trouble breathing, and trouble swallowing.

Always use Biselect 5 (Bisoprolol Fumarate) as you have been prescribed by your doctor. Never self-medicate or change your dosage without first consulting your doctor. The correct dosage can vary depending on your health, medical history, and the severity of the condition being treated.

This medication may not be safe for all patients. Before you begin using it always disclose the following to your doctor:

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you suffer from any allergies.
• If you suffer from any other health conditions or illnesses.
• If you are using any other medicine (including all non-prescription).
• If you are using any supplements, vitamins, or herbal products of any kind.