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What is Nebivolol?
High blood pressure or hypertension is the leading cause of heart attacks, strokes and kidney problems. Nebivolol is a beta-blocker used to lower high blood pressure and it is often used in combination with other medicines. The medicine blocks the action of certain natural substances to lower blood pressure, maintain heart rate and reduce strain on the heart.
How Does Nebivolol Work?
Nebivolol is a beta-blocker, which means that it blocks the action of certain natural substances such as epinephrine on the heart and blood vessels. This relaxes the blood vessels and reduces the workload on your heart, thus slowing down your heart rate and lowering blood pressure.
What Are the Benefits of Taking Nebivolol?
Hypertension can increase the risk of many severe illnesses and medical conditions including strokes, kidney problems and heart attacks. Nebivolol lowers blood pressure to reduce the risk of such ailments.
Nebivolol is often used in combination with other medicines and lifestyle changes to help control blood pressure. These changes may include opting for a low fat, low-salt diet, exercising at least 30 minutes a day, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding smoking and reducing alcohol intake.
How Do I Use Nebivolol?
Nebivolol is an oral medication that can be taken with or without food preferably at the same time every day.
Nebivolol is to be taken regularly for maximum benefit and the results of this medicine may appear after several weeks. However, you must take Nebivolol even if you feel well unless your doctor says otherwise.
Nebivolol Dosage
The dosage and potency depend on your doctor’s prescription, which is determined by multiple factors including your age, condition, the severity of the condition, medical history and other medications you may be taking.
Nebivolol comes in different strengths including 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg. The usual starting dosage for hypertension is one 5 mg tablet per day, and the maximum dosage is 40 mg per day. Dosage may vary according to your unique condition.
Don’t stop the intake of Nebivolol suddenly without your doctor’s recommendation as it may cause adverse effects. Your doctor may slowly decrease your dosage to avoid any harmful effects.
Nebivolol Precautions and Side Effects
Side Effects
Nebivolol may have some side effects in certain individuals. Some of the common side effects include:
- Headache, dizziness, or light-headedness
- Tiredness
- Nausea
- slow heartbeat
- trouble sleeping
If the above-mentioned side effects persist and worsen over time, contact your doctor right away.
Nebivolol may have serious side effects on some individuals as well. These may include:
- Blue fingers/toes
- fainting,
- very slow heartbeat
- new or worsened symptoms of heart failure
- Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction
This is not the complete list of side effects. If you notice these or any other symptoms not mentioned on the list, contact your doctor immediately.
Warnings
Before taking Nebivolol, you should:
- Inform your doctor about all your allergies and the other medications you may be taking.
- Tell your doctor about your medical history especially if you have a history of asthma, diabetes, lung disease, heart failure, liver disease, hyperthyroidism, pheochromocytoma or other serious conditions.
- Discuss the risks and benefits of Nebivolol with your doctor if you are pregnant, are planning to be pregnant or are breastfeeding an infant.
Precautions
Some precautions to keep in mind while taking Nebivolol are:
- Don’t stop taking this medicine suddenly especially if you have a history of heart problems. This may cause side effects such as worsened angina, irregular heartbeat and even heart attack. Never stop the intake of this medicine without the supervision of your doctor
- Nebivolol may mask the symptoms of low blood sugar. Regularly check your blood sugar and discuss the results with your doctor. Consult your doctor if you notice symptoms of high blood sugar.
- Nebivolol may lower blood flow to hands and feet, which can make you feel colder. Dress in warm clothes and avoid tobacco to reduce such effects.
- This medicine may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Don’t drive, use heavy machinery or partake in anything that requires full alertness.
High-Risk Groups
High-risk groups for Nebivolol include:
- People with circulation problems.
- Individuals with breathing problems.
- Diabetic people.
- Individuals with Overactive thyroid gland
- People with adrenal gland tumour
- Individuals suffering from liver disease or kidney disease
- Pregnant women, women who breastfeed.
Nebivolol Indications
Nebivolol is indicated in the treatment of:
- High Blood pressure
- Chest pain
How Do I Buy Nebivolol Online?
Nebivolol tablets can conveniently be ordered online in the UK by filling a prescription form through [this website]. The medicine should only be taken as directed by your physician. Potency and dosage must be kept according to the prescription of your physician, and any misuse of the drug can have potentially harmful effects on the body and your health.
