NEBROL 5 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It also helps to prevent future heart attacks and stroke.
NEBROL 5 Tablet is also used to relieve the symptoms caused by an overactive thyroid gland. It may be prescribed alone or together with other medications. The dose and frequency depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. It may be taken empty stomach or with a meal, but take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It may take several weeks before you get the full benefit of this medicine and you may need to take it for the rest of your life. However, it is important to continue taking it even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill and if you stop taking it, your condition may worsen. Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise, and no smoking help to enhance the working of this medicine.
The main side effects of this medicine are fatigue, headache, feeling dizzy, breathlessness, nausea, and edmea. These are usually mild and short-lived. It may also cause shortness of breath or low blood pressure in some people. To reduce the risk of side effects your doctor will probably start the medicine at a low dose and gradually increase it. Consult your doctor if the side effects bother you or do not go away.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems. It may also not be suitable for people who have a slow heart rate, severe circulation problems, severe heart failure, or low blood pressure. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking it. You must talk to your doctor to find out whether this medicine is suitable for you to use. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase certain side effects.
- Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Prevention of Heart attack
- Prevention of Stroke
In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
NEBROL 5 Tablet belongs to a group of medicine called long-acting beta-blocker. It works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force. This lowers your blood pressure and 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.
In Prevention of Heart attack
NEBROL 5 Tablet helps lower your blood pressure and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a heart attack. It can also reduce the risk of dying if it is given immediately after a heart attack. 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.
In Prevention of Stroke
NEBROL 5 Tablet reduces the risk of future strokes. It helps lower your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a stroke. Take it as advised by the doctor to get the maximum benefit.
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 NEBROL 5
- Nausea
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Breathlessness
- Edema (swelling)
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. NEBROL 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
NEBROL 5 Tablet is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and relaxing blood vessels. This makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
1 .Alcohol-CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with NEBROL 5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
2 .Pregnancy-CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
NEBROL 5 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.
3 .Breast feeding-CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
NEBROL 5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
4 .Driving-UNSAFE
NEBROL 5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
5 .Kidney-CAUTION
NEBROL 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of NEBROL 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
6 .Liver-CAUTION
NEBROL 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of NEBROL 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of NEBROL 5 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
If you miss a dose of NEBROL 5 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.
