Concor Cor 2.5 MG Tablet

This medication is known to be a cardio-selective B1 adrenergic agent. It helps in treating conditions like hypertension and angina. The tablet also helps in the prevention of heart failure and myocardial infarction (MI). It should only be taken if prescribed and as per the dosage mentioned.

Patients should inform their doctor if they are currently taking any medicine or drug, before starting a course of Concor tablet. This is primarily because some medicines can interfere with the action of this tablet. Patients should also mention if they suffer from any other health issues like kidney or liver problem, slow heartbeat, diabetes, thyroid, asthma or hardened arteries.

This tablet is not recommended for expecting or breastfeeding mothers. A person should not drive during the course of medication as the drug can cause confusion and dizzy spells. Fast movement should also be avoided as it can cause dizziness. Alcohol consumption can enhance the effect of the drug, thus it should be avoided as well.

• Hypertension

• Allergy

• Cardiogenic Shock

• Heart Block Greater Than First Degree

• Sinus Bradycardia

• Body Pain

• Running Nose And Cough

• Headache

• Sneezing

• Dizziness

• Chest Discomfort

• Diarrhoea

• Muscle Pain

• Joint Pain

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for a duration of 12 to 24 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The top effect of this medication can be observed within 2 to 4 hours of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication should be avoided by pregnant women unless suggested by the doctor.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported for this medication.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication can be given to the women who are breastfeeding but only after evaluating the benefits and risks with the doctor.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Concor Cor 2.5 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Biselect 2.5 MG Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Qualis 2.5 MG Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Bisokem 2.5 MG Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Bisoheart 2.5 MG Tablet

  Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Oxetol 150 MG Tablet

  Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

This medicine blocks beta receptors sites in the heart, blood vessels, and lungs. This results in inhibition of epinephrine resulting in relaxed blood vessels, thus pressure is lowered and blood flow to the heart is improved.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Alcohol consumption should be limited during the course of medication.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  Patients must not take this medicine in combination with alprazolam, theophylline and calcium channel blockers.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Those who suffer from asthma, glaucoma and heart block should avoid using this medicine.

• Ques : What is Concor cor 2 5 mg tablet?

  Ans : Concor COR tablet is a medication which has Bisoprolol as an active factor present in it.

• Ques : What is the use of Concor cor 2 5 mg tablet?

  Ans : Concor is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as high blood pressure, chest pain (Angina) and heart failure.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Concor cor 2 5 mg tablet?

  Ans : Running nose and cough, Headache, Sneezing, Dizziness, Chest discomfort, Diarrhea, Muscle pain, Joint pain, and Trouble sleeping are possible side-effects that may occur.

• Ques : Is Concor COR cardioselective?

  Ans : Concor tablet is a highly selective beta1-blocker. Beta1 receptors are mainly found in the heart making Concor COR a relatively cardioselective beta-blocker.

• Ques : How long do I need to use concor cor 2 5 mg tablet before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 week to 3 months, before noticing an improvement in the condition.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use concor cor 2 5 mg tablet?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once a day or once in 2 days, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact, is around 24 to 48 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication.

• Ques : Should I use concor cor 2 5 mg tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : The action of salts involved in this medication, do not depend on whether taking it pre-meal or post-meal. It is advised to consult a doctor before use and take it at a fixed time in a day.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of concor cor 2 5 mg tablet?

  Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store only at room temperature, as keeping this medication above that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light.

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