Generic for Ziac for hypertension - Drug Information

Generic Name - Bisoprolol hydrochlorothiazide

Category - Anti hypertensive medication

Indications

Hypertension
Generic Ziac is indicated to treat high blood pressure. Generic Ziac is in a class of drugs called beta-blockers. Bisoprolol is used to lower blood pressure, lower heart rate, reduce angina (chest pain), and reduce the risk of recurrent heart attacks. Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill). It helps to lower your blood pressure and decrease edema (swelling) by increasing the amount of salt and water lost while urinating.

Generic for Ziac Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Ziac is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or any component of this formulation.
Generic Ziac should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.

- Asthma
- A heart condition such as low blood pressure, heart block, a pacemaker or heart failure, or any other heart problem.
- Diabetes
- Gout
- Collagen vascular disease such as systemic lupus erythematosus
- Pancreatitis
- Kidney disease
- Liver disease
- Any type of circulatory disease
- Thyroid disease.

There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Ziac. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.

- Any other blood pressure drugs, including the calcium-blockers
- Diltiazem (Cardizem), disopyramide (Norpace), and
- Verapamil (Calan)
- Alcohol
- Barbiturate sedatives such as Seconal and Nembutal
- Cholesterol-lowering drugs such as Colestid and Questran
- Clonidine (Catapres)
- Diabetes drugs (oral)
- Disopyramide (Norpace) and similar drugs used to treat irregular heartbeat.
- Epinephrine (EpiPen)
- Guanethidine (Ismelin)
- Insulin
- Lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid)
- Muscle relaxants such as tubocurarine
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin, Motrin, or Tylenol
- Norepinephrine
- Painkillers such as codeine or morphine
- Reserpine
- Rifampin (Rifadin)
- Steroids such as prednisone

Generic for Ziac Dosage

The usual recommended dosage of Generic Ziac to control high blood pressure is 2.5 milligrams of bisoprolol with 6.25 milligrams of hydrochlorothiazide once a day. If this dose is ineffective, the dose may be increased every 14 days up to a maximum of 20 milligrams bisoprolol/12.5 milligrams hydrochlorothiazide once a day.

Generic for Ziac Adverse Effects

Like most medications, Generic Ziac can cause some temporary side effects. It is pertinent to note that Generic Ziac side effects cannot be anticipated. If they continue it is imperative that you contact your doctor immediately.

The most common Side Effects of Generic Ziac includes anxiety, cough, depression, nightmares, diarrhea, increased sensitivity to sun, nausea, sexual difficulties, impotence and tiredness or fatigue.

Some of the most serious Generic Ziac side Effects include change in vision, difficulty breathing, wheezing, increased thirst or sweating, increase or decrease in amount of urine passed, muscle cramps, slow heart rate, stomach pain, unusual tiredness or weakness.

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Ziac.

Generic for Ziac and Pregnancy

The effects of Generic Ziac during pregnancy has not been adequately studied. Hence, if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately.

Generic for Ziac and Breastfeeding

It is not known whether Generic Ziac is secreted in human milk. Breastfeeding mothers should consult doctor before taking this medication.

Generic for Ziac and Pediatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Ziac in pediatric patients have not been established.

Generic for Ziac and Geriatric

Some side effects, especially dizziness or light headedness and signs and symptoms of too much potassium loss, may be more likely to occur in the elderly, who are usually more sensitive to the effects of this medicine. Also, beta-blockers may reduce tolerance to cold temperatures in elderly patients.

Note

The above information about Generic Ziac serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.

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