Table of contents:
- Functions & Usage
- What is Concor used for?
- What are the rules for using Concor?
- How to store this drug?
- Dose
- What is the dosage for Concor for adults?
- What is the dosage of Concor for children?
- In what dosages and preparations is this drug available?
- Side effects
- What are the possible side effects of Concor?
- Precautions & Warnings
- What should be known before using Concor?
- Certain drugs and diseases
- Allergy
- Children
- Is this drug safe for pregnant and lactating women?
- Drug Interactions
- What medicines should not be taken at the same time as Concor?
- What foods and drinks should not be consumed when using Concor?
- Are there certain health conditions you should avoid Concor?
- Overdose
- What are the symptoms of a Concor overdose and what are the effects?
- What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
- What should I do if I miss a dose?
Functions & Usage
What is Concor used for?
Concor is a drug to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) with the main content of bisoprolol. This drug works by relaxing the blood vessels as well as slowing the heart rate, thereby gradually helping to lower blood pressure and relieve the symptoms of hypertension.
Concor drugs belong to the drug class beta-blockers. Usually, high blood medication beta-blockersbisoprolol can be used alone or in combination with other medicines.
According to DrugBank, in addition to treating hypertension, this drug can also be given to patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
What are the rules for using Concor?
Concor is an oral medication that is swallowed by mouth. This medicine can be taken before or after meals.
It is advisable to follow the dosage regularly for optimal benefit from this drug. This medicine is usually taken as much as 1 tablet every day.
Listen carefully to the rules for taking the medication given by the doctor and medical team before using this drug. Do not use this medication for more than the recommended dose, for less, or for longer than the recommended dosage.
If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
How to store this drug?
Concor is best stored at room temperature, which is around 30 degrees Fahrenheit (30 degrees Fahrenheit). Keep away from direct light rays and damp places. Do not store in the bathroom and do not freeze.
Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush Concor down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when the drug has expired or when it is no longer needed.
Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal agency about how to safely dispose of your medicine.
Dose
The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment with Concor.
What is the dosage for Concor for adults?
As a starting dose, take Concor at a dose of 5-10 milligrams (mg) as much as 1 tablet a day. As for the maintenance dose, you can take this drug every day as recommended by your doctor.
What is the dosage of Concor for children?
The safety and effectiveness of this drug have not been established in pediatric patients younger than 18 years.
In what dosages and preparations is this drug available?
Concor is available in tablet form with different dosages, namely 1.25 mg, 2.5 mg, 5 mg, and 10 mg. It contains bisoprolol which is a type of beta blocker drug.
Side effects
What are the possible side effects of Concor?
Like the use of other medicines, the use of Concor can cause some side effects. Most of the following side effects are rare and do not require additional treatment.
Stop using this drug and consult your doctor immediately if you experience side effects such as:
- low blood pressure (hypotension)
- bradycardia
- shortness of breath (dyspnea)
- dizzy
- nausea
- gag
- diarrhea
- constipation
- body feels weak
Do not rule out this drug can trigger an allergic reaction. Immediately stop using this drug and contact your doctor if there is a severe allergic reaction (anaphylactic), with symptoms such as:
- swelling of the face, lips, throat, or tongue
- skin rash
- itchy rash
- difficulty breathing
These side effects don't always happen to everyone. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you are concerned about possible side effects, please consult your doctor or pharmacist further.
Precautions & Warnings
What should be known before using Concor?
Before deciding to use Concor, you need to pay attention to several things. The following conditions must be considered:
Certain drugs and diseases
Tell your doctor about any medications you are currently using, whether prescription, non-prescription, supplements, or herbal medicines. This is because several types of drugs may interact with Concor.
In addition, it is also important to inform your doctor about any diseases or other health conditions that you are currently suffering from. It is possible that this drug can trigger interactions with certain diseases or health conditions.
Allergy
Tell your doctor if you have a history of drug allergy, especially to Concor, bisoprolol, or any other ingredients in this medicine. Also, get checked to see if you have any other allergies, for example to certain foods, dyes, or animals.
Children
This drug has not been tested for safety in children. Before giving Concor to children, first consult a doctor.
Is this drug safe for pregnant and lactating women?
There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication.
Concor is included in the pregnancy risk category C (no risk in some studies) according to the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the equivalent of the Indonesian Food and Drug Administration Agency in Indonesia. The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:
- A = Not at risk
- B = No risk in several studies
- C = Maybe risky
- D = There is positive evidence of risk
- X = Contraindicated
- N = Unknown
Always consult your doctor or midwife before using any medicine, if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy.
Drug Interactions
What medicines should not be taken at the same time as Concor?
Drug interactions can change the performance of your medications or increase the risk of serious side effects. Not all possible drug interactions are listed in this article.
Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription / non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval.
If you are taking other drugs or over-the-counter products at the same time, the benefits these drugs provide may change. This can increase the risk of side effects or cause the medication to not work properly.
According to Healthline, the bisoprolol content in Concor medicine may interact with the following drugs or products:
- heart medications (sotalol, amiodarone, quinidine, digoxin, propafenone)
- drugbeta-blockersothers (acebutolol, atenolol, metoprolol, propanolol)
- drugcalcium channel blocker(verapamil, amlodipine, felodipine, nifedipine)
- anesthetic (lidocaine)
- malaria medicine (mefloquine)
- phenylephrine
- pseudoephedrine
- NSAID drugs (ibuprofen, naproxen, sulindac, nabumetone)
In such cases, the doctor may change the dose, or take other preventive measures as needed.
What foods and drinks should not be consumed when using Concor?
Certain drugs should not be used when eating certain foods because drug-food interactions can occur.
Smoking tobacco or consuming alcohol with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur.
Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your doctor, nurse, or other healthcare provider.
Are there certain health conditions you should avoid Concor?
Your health conditions may affect the effects of using this drug. Always tell your doctor if you have other health problems.
Avoid using this drug if you have an allergy to Bisoprolol content, bradycardia, disorders of the heart or blood vessels, heart attack, heart failure, second degree heart block, kidney disease, hypotension, asthma, acute liver disease, and pulmonary edema.
Overdose
What are the symptoms of a Concor overdose and what are the effects?
An overdose of the ingredients in this medicine can cause symptoms in the form of a weak heartbeat, dizziness, difficulty breathing, vomiting, loss of consciousness, and seizures.
So, make sure you use this drug according to the recommended usage rules.
What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
In case of emergency or overdose, call the medical team, ambulance (118 or 119), or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.
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