Nebivolol Stella 5mg (3 blisters x 10 tablets/box)

Indications

Treatment of hypertension.

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Contraindications

Known hypersensitivity to any of the active substance or excipients. Liver insufficiency or liver function impairment. Acute heart failure, cardiogenic shock or episodes of heart failure decompensation requiring i.v. inotropic therapy. Sick sinus syndrome, including sino-atrial block. Second and third degree heart block (without a pacemaker). History of bronchospasm and bronchial asthma. Metabolic acidosis. Untreated phaeochromocytoma. Bradycardia (heart rate < 60 bpm prior to start therapy). Hypotension (systolic blood pressure < 90 mmHg)

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Compositon/Ingredients

Nebivolol 5mg

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Dosage and administration

Adults: The dose is one tablet (5 mg) daily, preferably at the same time of the day. Patients with renal insufficiency, patients over 65 years: the recommended starting dose is 2.5 mg daily. If needed, the daily dose may be increased to 5 mg.

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Precaution

The beta-adrenergic antagonist should be discontinued at least 24 hours before surgery. Beta-adrenergic antagonists should not be used in patients with untreated congestive heart failure, unless their condition has been stabilized. In patients with ischemic heart disease, treatment with a beta-antagonist should be discontinued gradually, i.e. over 1 – 2 weeks. Beta-adrenergic antagonists should be used with caution In patients with Raynaud’s disease or syndrome, intermittent claudication; patients with first degree heart block, Prinzmetal’s angina; diabetic patients and patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorders. Nebivolol should not be used during pregnancy unless clearly necessary. Administration of nebivolol is not recommended during breastfeeding. Patients should be aware of how they react to drug before driving or operating machinery as dizziness and fatigue may occasionally occur.

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Storage

Store at temperature below 30 degrees Celsius, protect from light.