Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Headache, Fatigue, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Cold extremities.

Expert advice for Bisoheart Tablet
Bisoheart helps reduce blood pressure and lower heart rate. Do not miss doses. In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible up to 8 hrs before next dose. Don’t double the dose. Stopping Bisoheart suddenly can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, which increases the risk of heart attack and stroke. You may feel dizzy during the initial few days. You may also have fatigue and headaches. Notify your doctor if these symptoms persist for long. Can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you're diabetic. If you take insulin or other anti-diabetic medications, you may have to check your blood sugar level more closely. Know how to check pulse daily and blood pressure (BP) twice a week, and teach your family as well. Notify your doctor if slow pulse, troubled breathing, wheezing, cold hands and feet, dizziness, light-headedness, confusion, depression.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Bisoheart a selective beta-blocker?
Yes, Bisoheart is a highly selective blocker of beta1 adrenergic receptors mainly found in the heart.

Q. Is Bisoheart cardioselective?
Bisoheart is a highly selective beta1-blocker. Beta1 receptors are mainly found in heart making Bisoheart a relatively cardioselective beta-blocker. It has very less affinity towards beta 2 receptors.

Q. Is Bisoheart addictive?
Bisoheart is not known to be an addictive drug.

Q. Is Bisoheart a blood thinner?
No, Bisoheart is not a blood thinner. It is a beta blocker which can lower the blood pressure, abnormally fast heartbeat and reduces strain on the heart following a heart attack.

Q. Is Bisoheart a statin?
No, Bisoheart is not a statin. Statins are a different group of medicines which are used to lower the lipid levels.

Q. Is Bisoheart safe?
Bisoheart is generally a safe medicine. However, it has its own side effects. It should only be used under a physician's guidance for the appropriate indication.

Q. Is Bisoheart a steroid?
No, Bisoheart is not a steroid. It is a beta-blocker.

Q. Is Bisoheart a nitrate?
No, Bisoheart is not a nitrate. It is a highly selective beta1-blocker and mainly acts on the heart whereas nitrates are substances which cause the dilatation of the blood vessels.

Q. Is Bisoheart lipophilic?
Bisoheart is equally lipophilic and hydrophilic. That means it is equally soluble in water as well as organic solvents.

Q. Can I take Bisoheart for anxiety?
No, Bisoheart is not indicated for the treatment of anxiety. If you have such symptoms, please consult your doctor.

Q. Can I take Bisoheart with amlodipine?
Bisoheart, when used with amlodipine, may cause heart-related side effects. If taken together, it should only be done under medical supervision.

Q. Can I take Bisoheart with tadalafil?
When taken together, tadalafil has the potential to increase the blood-pressure-lowering effect of Bisoheart. Kindly consult your doctor before taking these medications together.

Q. Can I take Bisoheart with ramipril?
No interactions have been reported between Bisoheart and ramipril. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together as this should only be done under medical supervision.

Q. Can I take Bisoheart with amitriptyline?
Amitriptyline, when used along with Bisoheart, may lower the blood pressure. If you need to use both the drugs together, consult your doctor.

Q. Can I take Bisoheart with paracetamol?
Paracetamol is not known to have any clinically meaningful interaction with Bisoheart. However, interactions may exist as paracetamol belongs to the class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and these can reduce the blood pressure lowering action of Bisoheart. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Bisoheart with ibuprofen?
Ibuprofen may decrease the blood-pressure-lowering effect of Bisoheart especially when taken in large doses for a prolonged period. Consult your doctor for taking both the medicines together.

Q. Can I take Bisoheart with aspirin?
Aspirin especially when used in high doses with Bisoheart, may reduce the blood-pressure-lowering effect of the latter drug. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; pain killers) may reduce the blood lowering action of Bisoheart. Please consult your doctor while taking the two medicines together.

Q. Does Bisoheart cause insomnia (difficulty to sleep)?
Bisoheart use has not been commonly associated with insomnia (difficulty to sleep). If you have difficulty in sleeping while using the drug, consult your doctor.

Q. Does Bisoheart cause sweat?
Increased sweating has not been commonly seen as a side effect of Bisoheart therapy. However, it may not warrant discontinuation of therapy. Consult your doctor if you have excessive sweating while taking the drug.

Q. Does Bisoheart cause muscle pain?
Bisoheart may cause muscle weakness and cramps (pain) in some patients. Consult your doctor if you experience muscle pain or weakness.

Q. Does Bisoheart cause weight gain?
Bisoheart is not seen to be associated with weight gain. However, it does not mean that weight gain may never occur. If you have any sudden changes in weight, consult your doctor.

Q. Does Bisoheart cause constipation?
Bisoheart may cause constipation in a few patients. If you experience constipation which is affecting your normal life while taking Bisoheart, please consult your doctor.

Q. Does Bisoheart cause nausea?
Bisoheart has been associated with gastrointestinal adverse effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. Consult your doctor if you experience any such symptom.

Q. Does Bisoheart make you breathless?
Though not very common, Bisoheart may cause breathlessness especially if taken by patients with a history of bronchial asthma. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any such symptoms.

Q. Does Bisoheart affect blood sugar?
Studies have shown that Bisoheart can cause fluctuations in blood sugar levels. It can also hide the symptoms of low blood sugar levels. Please talk to your doctor in case you are asked to take Bisoheart and you have diabetes mellitus.

Q. Is Bisoheart a diuretic?
No, Bisoheart is not a diuretic, it's a beta blocker which selectively blocks the beta receptors found in the heart and certain cells in the kidney.

Q. Does Bisoheart cause tiredness?
Bisoheart therapy has been associated with tiredness and fatigue. Consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Bisoheart.

Q. Does Bisoheart cause fluid retention (swelling)?
Bisoheart is not known to cause fluid retention (swelling). If you suspect any such change while taking the medicine, please consult your doctor.

Q. Does Bisoheart cause depression?
Bisoheart may cause depression (feeling low) in some patients. If you have any symptoms of depression while taking Bisoheart, please consult your doctor.

Q. Does Bisoheart cause dizziness?
Dizziness is a commonly reported side effect with Bisoheart especially when you are starting the therapy. Consult your doctor if you experience dizziness as it may affect your ability to drive or work with a machinery.

Q. Does Bisoheart cause headache?
Bisoheart may cause a headache, it is a very commonly reported side effect particularly during the initiation of therapy. Consult your doctor if you have repeated episodes of headache while taking the drug.