Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure). This is a combination of two medicines that control blood pressure when a single medication is not effective. It helps to lower high blood pressure and thus reduces the chances of future heart attack and stroke.

You can take Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet at any time of day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Continue taking it for as long as your doctor advises. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own, as high blood pressure often has no symptoms. Stopping it may worsen your condition. Alongside medication, maintaining a healthy lifestyle—such as regular exercise, weight management, and a balanced diet—can help control blood pressure. Always follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.

Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet may cause side effects such as headache, ankle swelling, slow heart rate, nausea, coldness or numbness in the extremities, hypotension, and dizziness. Avoid driving or activities requiring mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. It may also increase potassium levels in the blood, so avoid potassium-rich foods or supplements unless advised by your doctor. Regular monitoring of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolyte levels may be required during treatment.

Before taking Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before using this medicine. Additionally, let your doctor know about any other medications you are taking, especially those for high blood pressure or heart conditions.

Uses of Bisomax AM Tablet

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Benefits of Bisomax AM Tablet

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. It also blocks the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. This slows down your heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force. As a result, your blood pressure is lowered, and this helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective, so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.

Side effects of Bisomax AM Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Bisomax AM

Headache
Edema (swelling)
Fatigue
Dizziness
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Palpitations
Breathlessness
Stomach pain
Nausea
Diarrhea
Indigestion
Constipation
Numbness of extremity

How to use Bisomax AM Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Bisomax AM Tablet works

Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines, amlodipine and bisoprolol, which lower blood pressure effectively. Amlodipine is a calcium channel blocker that works by relaxing blood vessels, while bisoprolol is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart to slow down the heart rate.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular blood pressure monitoring is advisable for dose adjustment.

Liver

CAUTION

Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet is started at a lower dose in these patients and further increased slowly with careful monitoring.

What if you forget to take Bisomax AM Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Lowering blood pressure reduces the chance of future heart attacks and strokes.
It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor, as it can cause a sudden increase in your blood pressure.
Let your doctor know if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

CARDIAC

Patient concerns

I am a patient of hypertension

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Hypertension is clinal condition of high blood pressure. Please see a physician.

Some times I had lot of hypertension

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Hypertension is clinically high blood pressure. Persistent high arterial blood pressure above 120/80 mm HG is termed as pre-hypertension or hypertension, but the point to be emphasized is that this rise in blood pressure is persistent. Transient increase in BP occurs in stress and anxiety and needs to be treated accordingly.

High Sugar, high blood pressure

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

Need to proper investigate and examine. So plz consult doctor nearby.or you can consult me at snergy multiple speciality clinic RD CITY ,BALJEET COMPLEX NEAR SRS MARKET SECTOR 52 gurgaon 9XXXXXX .Advice to maintain calories intake as per weight ,regular walk or aerobic exercises ,on time take your medicines and once a month visit your diabetologist for routine examination and investigations. Will definitely controlled your sugar and u can live healthy life.

I'm type 2 diabetic patient with hypertension, l am taking following medicines Tezloc 40 - OD Glimisave Max-1 forte. BBF Glimisave Max-2 forte Cd Rozavel -5. Hs My usual blood pressure -80/145 Usual Blood glucose levels :fasting -120 PP-180 Hba1c - 7.6 Pl suggest me whether I need any change in medicines etc. I'm taking Januvia-100 also

Dr. Nabajit Talukdar

Cardiology

seems ok basically need control of blood pressure and hypertension get an ecg n echo done

Can I feel dizzy after taking Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet?

Yes, the use of Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet can make you feel dizzy. This may occur when you suddenly rise from a lying or sitting position. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.

Can I stop taking Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet if I feel well?

No, keep using Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet as advised by your doctor, even if you feel well. Stopping Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet suddenly may lead to serious complications such as a heart attack and stroke.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, or other people.

What are the contraindications associated with the use of Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet?

Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients who are allergic to amlodipine, bisoprolol, or any of its ingredients. It should be avoided in patients with a history of asthma or lung disease. Inform your doctor about your medical history and the medicines you might be taking.

Can the use of Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet cause headache?

Yes, the use of Bisomax AM 5mg/5mg Tablet can cause headaches at the beginning of the treatment. Headaches usually go away after the first week of treatment. Contact your doctor if the headaches are frequent and do not go away.

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