Bystolic drugs: Uses, indications and precautions when using

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Bystolic medicine contains the active ingredient Nebivolol, which is used to treat high blood pressure. To achieve effective treatment, patients need to take the medicine regularly according to the instructions of the doctor, preferably at a certain time of the day.

1.What disease does Bystolic medicine treat?

Bystolic medicine contains the active ingredient Nebivolol to help treat high blood pressure. Good blood pressure control helps prevent complications of high blood pressure such as stroke, heart attack, and kidney damage.
Bystolic what drug ? Nebivolol is a beta-blocker for blood pressure. The mechanism of action of the drug class is to block the action of certain neurotransmitters such as epinephrine on the heart and blood vessels, thereby reducing the heart rate, blood pressure and pressure on the heart.
Bystolic is usually used as follows:
It is usually taken once a day, with or without food, depending on your doctor's instructions. The dose of the drug prescribed by the doctor depends on the patient's medical condition and response to treatment.

To achieve effective treatment, patients need to use the drug regularly, preferably at a certain time of the day. It is possible that after a few weeks of treatment with Bystolic, the patient will feel the effect of the drug. Keep taking the medicine even if you feel your health is stable. Also, tell your doctor if you are taking medication and your blood pressure readings don't go down or even go up. If you have any questions about Bystolic, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

2.Bystolic side effects

When using Bystolic medicine, patients may experience side effects such as headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, nausea, slow heart rate, trouble sleeping. To reduce the risk of dizziness or lightheadedness, get up slowly while sitting or lying down. Bystolic may decrease blood flow to the hands and feet, making them feel cold. Smoking can worsen this side effect. Therefore, during the treatment with Bystolic medicine, keep your body warm and avoid using tobacco.

Some serious side effects of Bystolic medicine can occur such as:
Fingers and toes become blue-green Fainting Heart beating very slowly Difficulty breathing, ankle swelling, unusual tiredness, sudden weight gain symptoms of mental changes such as confusion, depression,... Severe allergic reaction to medication with symptoms such as a rash; itching, swelling (especially of the face, tongue, throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. If after using Bystolic the patient has the above symptoms, take the patient to a medical facility for timely treatment. The above is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other side effects not listed above while using this medicine, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

3. Precautions when using Bystolic

Before using Bystolic, tell your doctor or pharmacist if:
You are allergic to Nebivolol or have any other food or drug allergies. You have a medical history, especially of: heart rhythm problems (such as bradycardia, atrioventricular block), circulatory diseases (such as Raynaud's disease, peripheral vascular disease), respiratory diseases (such as such as asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema); kidney disease; liver failure; heart failure; mental disorders (such as depression); myasthenia gravis ; hyperthyroidism,... Depending on the specific condition of the patient, the doctor will make appropriate adjustments such as changing the drug or changing the dose,...
Bystolic medicine can make the patient dizzy. Therefore, be careful not to drive a vehicle or operate machinery until the symptoms of dizziness have completely disappeared. Alcohol use can make dizziness worse. It is necessary to limit the use of alcoholic beverages during treatment with Bystolic medicine.
Bystolic may make it difficult for people with diabetes to control their blood sugar. Therefore, if treated with Bystolic, diabetics need to check their blood sugar regularly. Tell your doctor if your blood sugar is abnormally high or if you have symptoms of high blood sugar such as frequent thirst or increased urination. Your doctor may need to adjust your diabetes medication, diet, and exercise routine.

Bystolic medicine can affect the unborn baby. Babies born to mothers who use the drug may have low birth weight and some problems such as low blood pressure, slow heart rate, low blood sugar, etc. Therefore, take the medicine during pregnancy only if absolutely necessary. and must be prescribed by a doctor.
Current research data do not confirm whether the drug passes into breast milk. Therefore, patients should consult their doctor when using the drug while breastfeeding.

4.Drug interactions

Interactions between concomitant medications may alter the action of the drug or increase the risk of serious side effects. Therefore, tell your doctor about all medications you are taking including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, herbal medicines, and dietary supplements. Do not use, stop taking, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval.
Drugs that can interact with Bystolic drugs such as: Fingolimod, NSAIDs (Ibuprofen, Naproxen),...

5.Other notes when using the drug

5.1. Treatment of drug overdose If the patient overdoses and has symptoms such as abnormally slow heart rate, shortness of breath, fainting, etc., take the patient to the nearest medical facility for treatment. timely rescue.

5.2. Attention when taking drugs Along with taking drugs, to control blood pressure well, patients need to actively change their lifestyle such as changing their diet, exercising regularly,... Regularly checking blood pressure and reducing blood pressure. heart rate using a home monitor. Tell your doctor about your self-test results at your follow-up visits.
5.3. What to do if you forget to take a dose? If you forget to take a dose of Bystolic, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the usual time. Never use a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
5.4. How to store the medicine Store Bystolic medicine at room temperature, below 30 degrees Celsius, away from direct light and moisture. Do not store medicine in the bathroom. Please keep the medicine out of reach of children for safety.
Bystolic medicine contains the active ingredient Nebivolol, which is used to treat high blood pressure. To avoid side effects and increase the effectiveness of treatment, patients need to follow the instructions of their doctor or pharmacist.

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