People's Pharmacy

Bisoprolol And Hydrochlorothiazide

Other Brand Names: Ziac

Revised:4/1/2000

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Side Effects and Interactions

Ziac is usually well tolerated with few side effects.

Dizziness and fatigue were reported by some people participating in the tests of the medication. Slowed heart rate, chest pain, muscle aches, and impotence may also occur, but rarely.

Report any suspected reactions to the physician promptly.

Hydrochlorothiazide alone can make the skin more sensitive to the sun. Avoiding sun exposure or using sunscreen and protective clothing are sensible precautions for those taking Ziac.

Ziac may increase the blood-pressure-lowering effect of antihypertensive drugs. It should not be combined with other beta blockers such as atenolol or propranolol.

Patients should be monitored with extra care if they must take Ziac with other heart or blood pressure drugs including Calan, Cardizem, Catapres, Dilacor XR, Isoptin, Norpace, or Verelan.

Other medications that may have the potential to interact with Ziac include diabetes medicines, cortisone-like drugs, muscle relaxants, lithium, and arthritis medicines (NSAIDs).

Check with your doctor and pharmacist to make sure Ziac is safe in combination with any other drugs you take.