Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure. Hypertension or high blood pressure is a chronic condition in which the force exerted by the blood against the artery wall is high. As a result, it leads to heart disease, irregular heartbeat, and other complications. Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet  lowers blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. 

Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet contains Amlodipine and Bisoprolol fumarate. Amlodipine acts by relaxing the blood vessels. This reduces the workload on the heart and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Bisoprolol fumarate helps in relaxing the blood vessels by blocking the action of certain natural substances in the body. Together, Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet helps treat high blood pressure.

You are advised to take Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed, to treat your condition effectively. In some cases, Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet may cause side effects like headache, dizziness, palpitations, abdominal pain, ankle swelling, and oedema. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Avoid taking Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet if you are allergic to any of the components. Consult your doctor before starting Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established. Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption along with Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet as it may potentiate the blood pressure-lowering effect of Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet .

Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Amlodipine and Bisoprolol fumarate, which together help in lowering raised blood pressure effectively. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that acts by relaxing the blood vessels. This reduces the workload on the heart and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. Bisoprolol fumarate (beta-blocker) helps in relaxing the blood vessels by blocking the action of certain natural substances in the body. Together, Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet lowers the blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future.

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Palpitations
• Abdominal pain
• Oedema
• Ankle swelling
• Fatigue
• Cold extremities
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation

Avoid taking Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet if you are allergic to any of the components. Inform your doctor if you have heart problems, diabetes, Prinzmetal angina, psoriasis, pheochromocytoma, very slow heartbeat, serious heart condition, heart blockage, kidney or liver problems, muscle disorder (myasthenia gravis, rhabdomyolysis), breathing problem (COPD, bronchitis, emphysema), low blood pressure (hypotension), depression, previous heart failure, thyroid hormone disorder, adrenal gland cancer, or problems with circulation (Raynaud’s syndrome). Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet may interact with other beta-blockers (acebutolol, atenolol, bisoprolol, carteolol, esmolol, metoprolol, nadolol, nebivolol or sotalol), anti-hypertensive drugs (aliskiren, amiloride, enalapril, captopril, quinapril, diltiazem), asthma medications (theophylline, aminophylline), potassium-rich supplements or any other pain killers (ibuprofen). If you are using these medicines, inform your doctor before taking Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet . 

Drug-Food Interaction: Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet is known to interact with grapefruit and protein-enriched foods. Using Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet together with ayurvedic, homoeopathy, Unani, herbal supplements, or any other OTC items may decrease the effects of Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet . Hence, it is better to maintain at least 2 hours gap between the administration of Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet and these products. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, thyroid disease, asthma, cardiogenic shock (when the heart fails to pump required blood to the body), heart valve problem (stenosis), low blood pressure (hypotension), coronary heart disease, liver disease or heart failure.

• ACEBUTOLOL
• ATENOLOL
• BISOPROLOL
• CARTEOLOL
• ESMOLOL
• METOPROLOL
• NEBIVOLOL
• CAPTOPRIL
• ENALAPRIL
• LISINOPRIL
• DILITAZEM
• AMINOPHYLLINE
• THEOPHYLLINE
• IBUPROFEN

• Do regular physical activity or exercise for at least 150 minutes per week, or about 30 minutes most days of the week.
• Opt for a diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and low-fat dairy products.
• Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.
• Avoid chronic stress as it can raise your blood pressure. Try to enjoy and spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
• Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acids containing food and drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil as they may help in lowering your elevated blood pressure.

• Limit intake of sodium chloride (table salt) in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day.

• If you accidentally take an extra dose of Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet , please inform your doctor immediately. Some of the common symptoms of an overdose can be low blood pressure, slow pulse, shortness of breath, low blood sugar, dizziness, feeling sick and blue discolouration of the skin.

•  Do not discontinue taking Besicor-AM 2.5 Tablet abruptly or without the advice of the physician.

Hypertension: It is a chronic condition when blood pressure is too high. This condition can lead to hardened arteries (blood vessels), decreasing the blood and oxygen flow to the heart. Blood pressure is the measurement of the force that our heart uses to pump blood to all parts of the body. Raised blood pressure can cause chest pain (angina) and heart attack (when the blood supply to the heart is blocked). Additionally, high blood pressure also causes brain damage (stroke) and kidney failure. High blood pressure can be diagnosed with the help of a blood pressure monitor or sphygmomanometer. Ideal blood pressure should be between 90/60 mm of Hg and 120/80 mm of Hg.