Zebeta has been approved to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). This page on the eMedTV Web site describes how this medication works, offers general dosing information, and explains what side effects may occur during the treatment process.
Common side effects of Zebeta include runny or stuffy nose, fatigue, and upper respiratory infection. This eMedTV article lists other possible side effects, including potentially serious problems that should be reported to your doctor.
Zebeta is licensed for the treatment of high blood pressure. This article on the eMedTV Web site explains how the drug works to lower systolic and diastolic blood pressure, lists possible off-label uses for Zebeta, and discusses its use in children.
For most people with high blood pressure, the recommended Zebeta dosage is 5 mg once daily. This eMedTV Web page explains how dosing works for people with certain existing medical conditions and offers tips for those using this medication.
Reserpine, digoxin, and NSAIDs may cause drug interactions with Zebeta. Such effects can, as this article on the eMedTV Web site explains, lead to dangerously low blood pressure, extremely slow heart rate, or other potentially serious problems.
Talk to your doctor before starting Zebeta if you have asthma. This eMedTV page lists other conditions you should tell your doctor about, and other warnings and precautions for Zebeta, including a list of people who should avoid the drug, are included.
Zebeta (bisoprolol) is currently available in both brand-name and generic forms. This page from the eMedTV library describes the various forms and strengths of generic Zebeta and explains if the generic versions are equivalent to brand-name drug.
