Ziac

Ziac Bisoprolol/hctz-Oral This combination medication is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Beta-blockers slow the heart rate. Thiazide diuretics, also known as water pills , reduce fluid accumulation in the body by increasing urination.

ALTERNATE NAMES Bisoprolol Fumarate/hctz, Bisoprolol Fumarate-Hctz

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ziac Bisoprolol Fumarate/hctz, Bisoprolol Fumarate-Hctz Uses This combination medication is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). Beta-blockers slow the heart rate. Thiazide diuretics, also known as water pills , reduce fluid accumulation in the body by increasing urination. Storage Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Overdose If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include slow heartbeat, dizziness, nausea/vomiting, drowsiness, unconsciousness, seizures, slow or shallow breathing, confusion, or muscle weakness. Photos ZIAC ZIAC Generic Ziac ZIAC 5MG / 6.25MG TABLETS for Ziac, an anti-hypertensive, How To Use Take Ziac exactly as prescribed. Do not adjust the dose without consulting your doctor. Take with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Because Ziac increases urination, avoid taking a dose in the late evening before bedtime. Do not suddenly stop taking Ziac without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when Ziac is suddenly stopped. Side Effects You may experience dizziness, lightheadedness, drowsiness or blurred vision as your body adjusts to the medication. Use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness. Because beta-blockers reduce blood circulation to the extremities, your hands and feet may be more susceptible to cold. Thiazide diuretics can cause potassium loss from the body. It is advisable to eat foods or drink liquids high in potassium such as citrus juice, bananas, melons, raisins and dates. Use of salt substitutes also help prevent potassium loss. Sometimes potassium supplement medication may be prescribed by your doctor. Inform your doctor if you develop: breathing difficulty, easy bruising or bleeding, swollen hands or feet, confusion or depression, excessive thirst, muscle cramps, yellowing of the eyes or skin, sore throat. Ziac may increase sensitivity to the sun. Avoid prolonged sun exposure. Wear protective clothing and use a sunscreen. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions You may want to check your pulse everyday while taking Ziac. Discuss with your doctor what changes in your pulse rate mean. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to sulfa drugs. You may also be allergic to Ziac. Ziac is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor for details. Ziac passes into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Missed Dose If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up the dose to catch up. Drug Interactions Ziac is not recommended for use with: dofetilide. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Tell your doctor of all the prescription and nonprescription medicines you may use, especially of: other beta-blockers (e.g., propranolol), diuretics ( water pills ), St John s wort. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: M Age: 48 Time Taken: 6 years Reason: High Blood Pressure Date: 3 June 2005 Side Effects Slight weight gain Additional Thoughts Does a wonderful job of lowerwing BP Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: M Age: 51 Time Taken: 8 years Reason: High Blood Pressure Date: 6 September 2005 Side Effects Tiredness, occasional swelling of ankles, Irregular heartbeat mainly while at rest. Significant weight gain. Additional Thoughts Marginally improved blood pressure, weight gain continues even though I am more active than most individuals my age. Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: M Age: 58 Time Taken: 3 years Reason: Hypertension Date: 1 May 2006 Side Effects Eventually lost effect on BP. Lost sensitivity in hands & feet. Additional Thoughts Golfers beware. Hurt my chipping touch. Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: M Age: 38 Time Taken: 10 years Reason: High BP Date: 11 January 2007 Side Effects Gained about 15lbs but no other side effects. Additional Thoughts Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: M Age: 57 Time Taken: 5 years Reason: high blood pressure Date: 18 January 2007 Side Effects Very bad case of gout in foot, needed to go to bathroom almost hourly. Additional Thoughts Went to a new doctor who immediately linked the drug to the gout. Went off the pill and the problem was solved in about 2-3 weeks.

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