Betalol 2.5mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is betalol 2.5mg tablet used for?
Betalol 2.5mg Tablet contains Nebivolol, a beta-blocker used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It works by relaxing blood vessels and slowing heart rate, reducing the workload on the heart. It is typically taken once daily, with or without food. Common side effects include headache, dizziness, and fatigue. Always consult your doctor before use.
- Generic Name: Nebivolol
- Manufacturer: East West Pharma
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ betalol 2.5mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Hypertension, chronic heart failure (stable, mild to moderate).
Off-label uses: Migraine prophylaxis, essential tremor, performance anxiety.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Nebivolol |
| Brand Name | Asivol 5mg Tablet |
| Manufacturer | East West Pharma |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| Action Class | Beta blocker- Cardioselective |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Selective beta-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist; also has nitric oxide-mediated vasodilatory effects.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take betalol 2.5mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of betalol 2.5mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Nausea
- Bradycardia
- Edema
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Heart block
- Bronchospasm
- Severe hypotension
- Heart failure exacerbation
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Thrombocytopenia
- Anaphylaxis
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Hepatotoxicity
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Moderate | Increased bleeding risk |
| Calcium channel blockers | Moderate | Increased hypotensive effect |
| Digoxin | Moderate | Increased bradycardia risk |
| Insulin | Minor | Masking of hypoglycemia symptoms |
๐จ Major Interactions
- CYP2D6 inhibitors (e.g., paroxetine, fluoxetine, quinidine)
- Other antihypertensives (risk of hypotension)
- Calcium channel blockers (verapamil, diltiazem)
โก Moderate Interactions
- Digoxin
- Insulin and oral hypoglycemics
- NSAIDs
- Beta-blockers
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Cimetidine
- Rifampin
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May enhance hypotensive effect; avoid excessive alcohol.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Severe bradycardia, heart block (2nd/3rd degree), cardiogenic shock, decompensated heart failure, sick sinus syndrome, severe hepatic impairment, hypersensitivity.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Blood pressure, heart rate, ECG, signs of heart failure, blood glucose in diabetics.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; atropine for bradycardia, glucagon for hypotension, beta-agonists for bronchospasm.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered unless near next dose; skip if close to next dose; do not double.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.