Bystolic Helps Treat the Following Conditions:

Hypertension

Hypertension (or high blood pressure), is the force with which blood pushes against the walls of blood vessels. There are two components to any blood pressure reading. The first one is systolic pressure, the pressure in the blood vessels when the heart beats. The second one is diastolic pressure or the pressure in between beats when the heart is at rest.

People with clinical hypertension have systolic pressure higher than 130 mmHg and diastolic pressure higher than 80 mmHg. If left untreated, high blood pressure drastically increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems. It is possible to successfully reduce high blood pressure through dietary changes and regular physical exercise.

Marketed Internationally as Nebilet

In some countries, Bystolic is sold under the brand name Nebilet.

Bystolic Active Ingredient 

Generic Bystolic Alternative: Nebivolol Hydrochloride

Bystolic contains the active ingredient nebivolol, which belongs to a class of drugs known as beta blockers.

Like other drugs in this class, nebivolol blocks the action of the natural substance epinephrine on the heart and blood vessels. This lowers heart rate and blood pressure, thus reducing strain on the heart.

General Drug Information

What is Bystolic and What Is It Used For?

Bystolic is prescribed to patients with high blood pressure. It lowers high blood pressure to healthier levels, thus helping reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, and kidney problems.

Usage and Application

Bystolic should be taken exactly as prescribed by a doctor. The dosage depends on the patient’s medical condition and response to treatment.

Most patients are prescribed one daily oral dose. It is important to take this medication regularly in order to experience its full benefit. Patients should take the medication at the same time every day to prevent forgetting.

It may take several weeks before people experience the full benefit of Bystolic, so patients should continue taking the medication even if they feel their condition has improved. This is especially important as hypertension does not often have symptoms.

Patients should inform their doctor if their blood pressure readings remain high, or if their condition worsens.

Considerations Before Taking Bystolic

Before starting treatment, patients need to discuss the possibility of allergic reactions to Bystolic. It is also important to mention serious allergic reactions which require treatment with epinephrine.

It is vital to discuss the patient’s medical history, especially slow heartbeat, second-or third-degree atrioventricular block, and blood circulation problems like Raynaud's disease or peripheral vascular disease.

Patients should report any history of asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, kidney disease, and liver disease. The treating physician should also be informed if the patient suffers from depression, hyperthyroidism, or myasthenia gravis (a muscle condition).

Bystolic may cause dizziness. Patients should not drive, use machinery, or do anything that requires alertness until they are in condition to do so safely. Alcohol and marijuana can exacerbate dizziness, so patients should limit alcoholic beverages and discuss their marijuana use with their doctor.

Before surgery or certain dental procedures, patients should tell their doctor or dentist about all prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, and herbal products they are taking.

Diabetic patients should know that Bystolic may mask the fast heartbeat which often signifies low blood sugar. Other hypoglycemic symptoms like dizziness and sweating, however, are likely to persist.

Bystolic may also make it harder for diabetic patients to control their blood sugar levels, so patients should check their blood sugar levels regularly and report symptoms (like increased thirst and urination) to their doctor.

It may be necessary to adjust the dosage or introduce dietary/exercise changes to better control blood sugar.

Bystolic should only be used when clearly needed during pregnancy. Babies born to mothers who take the medication during pregnancy may have low birth weight and may require monitoring for problems like low blood pressure and slow heartbeat.

It is not known whether this medication passes into breast milk. Nursing mothers should consult their doctor before breastfeeding.

Delayed and Omitted Doses

Patients who miss a dose of Bystolic should take it as soon as they remember. If this happens near the time for the next dose, patients should skip the missed dose and proceed as usual. Patients should not double up on the dose in order to catch up.

Other Medications and Bystolic

Drug interactions may change the way Bystolic works, increasing the risk of side effects. Before starting treatment, patients need to discuss the full list of medications and supplements they are taking with their doctor. Patients should not change their dose or stop taking this medication unless their physician advises them to do so.

Some medications – such as the multiple sclerosis medication Gilenya– may interact negatively with Bystolic.

Patients should also note that some products – especially diet pills, cough-and-cold products, and NSAIDs – may contain ingredients that can raise heart rate and blood pressure. Patients should discuss the safe use of these products with their doctor or pharmacist.

Adverse Reactions

Most patients are able to use Bystolic without serious negative side effects.

Common side effects include a headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, tiredness, and insomnia. It is also possible to experience nausea or a slow heartbeat. Patients should inform their doctor if these symptoms persist.

Some patients may feel that their hands and feet are cold, as Bystolic may reduce blood flow to these areas. Smoking tends to worsen these side effects. Patients should dress warmly and avoid smoking.

Serious side effects include blue fingers and/or toes, fainting, and a very slow heartbeat. It is possible to experience new or worsening symptoms of heart failure including shortness of breath, swollen ankles and/or feet, unusual tiredness, and sudden weight gain. Confusion, mood swings, and depression are additional serious side effects.

Serious allergic reactions to Bystolic are rare, yet patients should be aware of allergy symptoms such as rash, itching and swelling, severe dizziness, and trouble breathing.

How to Store Bystolic

Bystolic should be stored at room temperature, away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep away from children and pets.

Unwanted medication should be disposed of properly and should not be poured into drains or flushed down the toilet. Patients should consult a pharmacist or their local waste disposal company to find out more about safe disposal methods.

Bystolic Coupon

Although Bystolic coupons are available with other online pharmacies, customers will find that UDS prices are often much lower.