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Bisoprolol Side Effects

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Mardi
Mardi

Hi All,

I’m wondering if anyone has had side effects frim Bisoprolol and could share what they were? 

Ive been on Bisoprol now for 12 months and have been suffering insomnia among other issues. My cardiologist and GP refuse to change medication, not believing  in Side effects and seem to think I’m on the right track with the right  medication after my Stent last January.  I differ and believe that I could have progressed much further with without insomnia. 

I’m just so frustrated now,  it has effected me for too long. Any comments or advice would be appreciated 

Thank you,

Mardi 

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  • jane32307
    jane32307 Mardi

    Posted

    hi mardi yes im on them too been on them for 3 years nightmares feeling tired depression crying for no reason no energy dizzy too .
    • Mardi
      Mardi jane32307

      Posted

      oh wow! yes all of the above. 

      😞 horrible isn't it and I can't believe so many people experience and going thru the same thing

    • Mardi
      Mardi jane32307

      Posted

      Mostly worse at night even though I have trouble sleeping I wonder if its nightmares, night terrors type thing im experiencing. 

      3 years is a long time to be going through that sorry to hear 

    • jane32307
      jane32307 Mardi

      Posted

      yes its surprising how many are on this but coming off it i heard is worse.
  • Jhow21
    Jhow21 Mardi

    Posted

    I agree. If you did not t ake them what are your options . How are u now? 
  • Mardi
    Mardi

    Posted

    Terrible and getting worse. 

    I was actually feeling good after my stent have now gone back to feeling worse. 

    Recently doc has offered a change to atenolol or nebilet. i've been researching and all beta blockers have the same side effects but im wondering if its worth trying

  • ann82027
    ann82027 Mardi

    Posted

    Anything must be better than Bisoprolol, I was on it 9 months and I never felt so awful day and night.  Give atenolol a try, it may suit you better.  I think I was on them years ago they dropped my blood pressure and heartbeat too low, I could barely climb the stairs I felt so weak.    My son has the same problem as me, palpitations and ectopic, he is 49 but only takes them when his heart takes off for a while, mine got worse as I got older now 71, going for ablation next Wednesday and terrified.
    • Jhow21
      Jhow21 ann82027

      Posted

      Our practice nurse had an ablation was fine, try not to worry.

       

  • cherie68
    cherie68 Mardi

    Posted

    I am on 7.5mg of bisoprolol since last year.  I am constantly tired and I used to be so on the go!  I still do but so tired.  Happy to sit more than I ever did before.  I thought it was just me, also i have gained weight always need to lose weight, and started Slimming world but its so slow yet Im following the plan, Im sure many think I'm cheating!!!

    I can't believe I didn't think these pills were causing me to be like this.  Ive just looked it up and came across this, I'm shocked!! 

    I need to speak to my doctor and get this sorted, Im desperate to lose weight and can't believe this is what has been holding me back.  and the tiredness is unreal yet I never get a full nights sleep, sometimes awake for hours.

    sorry to go on so much.  Any advice on what I should ask my doctor for instead  

    • Mardi
      Mardi cherie68

      Posted

      Dear Cherie,

      OMG The insomnia and weight gsin is hideous

      all you can do is ask for an alternative which is what I am at right now considering an alternative

    • carol40983
      carol40983 cherie68

      Posted

      Hi sorry to butt in but may I ask why bisoprolol is prescribed for you? I have Long qt syndrome and am rx cardicor 125 mgms a day.  
    • carol40983
      carol40983 cherie68

      Posted

      Hi Cherie and Mardi et al

      I am taking Cardicor 1.25 mgms a day NOT 125 mgs. Sorry for the typos.

       

  • cherie68
    cherie68 Mardi

    Posted

    Let me know what your put on and let me know how it goes xxx
    • carol40983
      carol40983 cherie68

      Posted

      I am on cardicor 1.25 mgms a day and detest this drug.
    • Mardi
      Mardi carol40983

      Posted

      Is this one the same a Bisoprolol. I do not hear many good things about the beta blockers, unfortunately at the moment they are necessary for me.
    • carol40983
      carol40983 Mardi

      Posted

      Yes its the same. These beta blockers are all the same .
    • Mardi
      Mardi carol40983

      Posted

      eh what chance do we have! Horrible Medications.
    • carol40983
      carol40983 Mardi

      Posted

      Hi I agree. I do not know what else to say except perhaps considering getting other expert cardiology opinions to see is there is an alternative treatment. Technology is changing and improving all the time and tomorrow could bring a new perspective on the situation.

      Never say never. Keep all options and avenues open.  Do you have a cardiac arrtymia?

    • cherie68
      cherie68 carol40983

      Posted

      I’m on 7.5mg seeing everyone’s comments mine seems extremely high ? 
    • carol40983
      carol40983 Mardi

      Posted

      Hi There are several specialist cardiology hospitals . For example Royal Bromptom in London.I think they have a helpline too>

    • Mardi
      Mardi carol40983

      Posted

      Vey high. prob why im feeling it but not loering yet. one day.

      thank you. yes i shoud try helpline

    • carol40983
      carol40983 Mardi

      Posted

      Just to get a second opinion perhaps. Perhaps the pharmacy dept can advise on doses of beta blockers, the usual, average dose. It may be worth a try.
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