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Bisoprolol Information
is a beta-blocker drug used to lower blood pressure in people with hypertension.
Summary of
Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, and Foods
(for details about the summarized interactions, read the full article)
Avoid: Adverse interaction—Avoid these supplements when taking this
medication because taking them together may cause undesirable or dangerous results. |
High-potassium foods*
Pleurisy root
Potassium supplements*
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| Depletion or interference |
None known
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| Side effect reduction/prevention |
None known
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| Supportive interaction |
None known
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| Reduced drug
absorption/bioavailability |
None known
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An asterisk (*) next to an item in the summary indicates that the
interaction is supported only by weak, fragmentary, and/or contradictory scientific
evidence.
Bisoprolol Interactions with Dietary Supplements
Potassium
Some beta-adrenergic blockers (called “nonselective” beta blockers) decrease the
uptake of potassium from the blood into the cells,1 leading to excess potassium in
the blood, a potentially dangerous condition known as hyperkalemia.2 People taking
beta-blockers should therefore avoid taking potassium supplements, or eating large quantities
of fruit (e.g., bananas), unless directed to do so by their
doctor.
Bisoprolol Interactions with Herbs
Pleurisy
root
As pleurisy root and other plants in the Aesclepius species contain cardiac
glycosides, it is best to avoid use of pleurisy root with heart medications such as
bisoprolol.3
Bisoprolol Interactions with Foods and Other Compounds
Food
may be taken with or without food.4
Alcohol
may cause drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, or blurred vision.5
Alcohol may intensify these effects and increase the risk of accidental injury. To prevent
problems, people taking bisoprolol should avoid alcohol.
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Review Date: 7/8/2008
Medication: Bisoprolol -  - Average
Medication Type: Generic
Length Taken: More than 1 year
Strength: 10 mg X 1 times per day
Other Products Taken: no
I feel that when taking this medication, one must know not just the side effects but must follow your own body reaction to notice the difference, most of the side effects happen are noticeable over a long period of use, in my experience.
Anonymous
VA, USA
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