What is nebivolol tablets used for?

Nebivolol is used alone or together with other medicines to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly.

When is the best time to take nebivolol?

Nebivolol given in the morning or the evening significantly reduces 24-hour BP parameters. Evening dosed nebivolol may confer some advantage over morning dosing in reducing prewaking systolic BP.

What is nebivolol 2.5 mg used for?

It is used to treat raised blood pressure (hypertension). Nebivolol Tablet is also used to treat mild and moderate chronic heart failure in patients aged 70 or over, in addition to other therapies.

Can nebivolol cause heart failure?

Taking nebivolol can worsen heart failure. It can also slow your heart rate down to a rate that is unsafe. For people with circulation problems: This drug can worsen peripheral vascular disease. Talk to your doctor before using this drug if you have a history of circulation problems.

Is nebivolol 2.5 mg enough?

In patients over 65 years, the recommended starting dose is 2.5 mg daily. If needed, the daily dose may be increased to 5 mg. However, in view of the limited experience in patients above 75 years, caution must be exercised and these patients monitored closely.

What is nebivolol and how does it work?

It works by blocking β1-adrenergic receptors in the heart and dilating blood vessels. Nebivolol was patented in 1983 and came into medical use in 1997. It is available as a generic medication in the United Kingdom. In 2019, it was the 191st most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 3 million prescriptions.

What is the generic name for nebivolol (NE Biv)?

Generic name: nebivolol (ne BIV oh lol) Brand name: Bystolic Dosage forms: oral tablet (10 mg; 2.5 mg; 20 mg; 5 mg) Drug class: Cardioselective beta blockers

Is nebivolol safe to use during pregnancy?

Its use in pregnancy and breastfeeding is not recommended. It works by blocking β1-adrenergic receptors in the heart and dilating blood vessels. Nebivolol was patented in 1983 and came into medical use in 1997. It is available as a generic medication in the United Kingdom.

What happens if I stop taking nebivolol?

You should not skip doses or stop using nebivolol suddenly. Stopping suddenly may make your condition worse or cause serious heart problems, including heart attack. Follow your doctor’s instructions about tapering your dose. Keep using nebivolol as directed, even if you feel well. High blood pressure often has no symptoms.