Bisoprolol is a adrenergic antagonist (β2-selective blocker), used to treat high blood pressure, cardio-vascular ailments like arrhythmias, IHD, angina etc.
Dose: 5-10 mg
Route: Oral
Plasma half-life: 10-12 hours
Duration of action: N/A
Bioavailability: >90%
Chemical formula: C18H31NO4
IUPAC name: (RS)-1-{4-[(2-isopropoxyethoxy)methyl]phenoxy}-3-(isopropylamino)propan-2-ol
Trade name: Zebeta, Concor, Corbis
Therapeutic uses:
Bisoprolol has following usage :
- Used to treat hypertension.
- Indicated for the management of chronic heart failure.
- May be used to treat arrhythmias, ischemic heart disease & angina.
Side effects: Adverse effects of Bisoprolol are as follows:
- Dizziness,
- Bradycardia,
- Hypotension, and
- Fatigue.
