The effectiveness and tolerability of drugs can be affected by the simultaneous use of other drugs. This interaction can also occur when two drugs are taken in a short time. The doctor should be informed about the use of other medicines, even if they are taken without the doctor's prescription (that is, OTC drugs).
Unrecommended combinations
Antiarrhythmic drugs of the first class (for example, quinidine, disopyramide, lidocaine, phenytoin; flecainide, propafenone) with simultaneous application with bisoprolol may reduce AV conduction and contractility of the heart.
Blockers of "slow" calcium channels (BCCC) such as verapamil and, to a lesser extent, diltiazem when used with bisoprolol can lead to a decrease in myocardial contractility and disruption AV conductivity. In particular, intravenous administration of verapamil to patients taking beta-blockers can lead to severe arterial hypotension and AV blockade.
Hypotensive agents of central action (such as clonidine, methyldopa, moxonidine, rilmenidine) can lead to a decrease in heart rate and a decrease in cardiac output, as well as to vasodilation due to a decrease in the central sympathetic tone. Abrupt cancellation, especially before the abolition of the beta-blocker, may increase the risk of developing "ricochet" hypertension.
Combinations requiring special care
BCCC derivatives of dihydropyridine (for example, nifedipine, felodipine, amlodipine) with simultaneous application with bisoprolol may increase the risk of developing arterial hypotension.In patients with heart failure, the risk of subsequent deterioration of the contractile function of the heart can not be ruled out.
Antiarrhythmic drugs of the III class (for example, amiodarone) can increase the violation AV conductivity.
The action of beta-blockers for topical application (eg, eye drops for the treatment of glaucoma) can enhance the systemic effects of bisoprolol (lowering blood pressure, decreasing heart rate).
Parasympatomimetics with simultaneous use with bisoprolol may increase the disruption AV conductivity and increase the risk of developing a bradycardia.
The hypoglycemic action of insulin and hypoglycemic agents for oral ingestion may be enhanced. Symptoms of hypoglycemia - in particular tachycardia - can be masked or suppressed. Such interactions are more likely when using nonselective beta-blockers.
Means for general anesthesia may increase the risk of cardiodepressive action, leading to hypotension (see section "Special instructions").
Cardiac glycosides with simultaneous application with bisoprolol may lead to an increase in the timing of the impulse, and thus to the development of bradycardia.
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can reduce the antihypertensive effect of bisoprolol.
Simultaneous use of the drug Bisoprolol with beta-adrenomimetics (for example, isoprenaline, dobutamine) can lead to a decrease in the effect of both drugs. The combination of bisoprolol with adrenomimetics, affecting beta and alpha-adrenoreceptors (for example, norepinephrine, epinephrine), may enhance the vasoconstrictor effects of these agents that occur with alpha-adrenergic receptors, leading to an increase in blood pressure. Such interactions are more likely when using nonselective beta-blockers.
Antihypertensive agents as well as other agents with possible antihypertensive effect (e.g., tricyclic antidepressants, barbiturates, phenothiazines), may enhance the hypotensive effect of bisoprolol.
Mefloquine with simultaneous application with bisoprolol may increase the risk of developing bradycardia.
MAO inhibitors (except MAO type B inhibitors) can enhance the antihypertensive effect of beta-blockers. Simultaneous application can also lead to the development of hypertensive crisis.
Allergens used for immunotherapy, or allergen extracts for skin tests increase the risk of severe systemic allergic reactions or anaphylaxis in patients receiving bisoprolol.
Iodine-containing radiopaque diagnostic tools for intravenous administration increase the risk of anaphylactic reactions.
Phenytoin with intravenous administration, means for inhalation anesthesia (derivatives of hydrocarbons) increase the severity of cardiodepressive action and the likelihood of lowering blood pressure.
The clearance of lidocaine and xanthines (except theophylline) may decrease due to a possible increase in their concentration in the blood plasma, especially in patients with initially elevated clearance of theophylline under the influence of smoking.