Nebifast 5 Tablet

Short Description

Nebifast 5 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. It is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and prevent future heart attacks and stroke.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Nebifast 5 Tablet is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It is used to relieve the symptoms caused by an overactive thyroid gland. It may be prescribed alone or together with other medications. The dose and frequency depend on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. It may be taken empty stomach or with a meal but take it regularly at the same time each day to get the most benefit. It may take several weeks before you get the full benefit of this medicine and you may need to take it for the rest of your life. However, it is important to continue taking it even if you feel well. Most people with high blood pressure do not feel ill and if you stop taking it, your condition may worsen. Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise, and no smoking help to enhance the working of this medicine.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nebifast 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

fatigue headache feeling dizzy breathlessness nausea edema

Alcohol Warning

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Nebifast 5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Nebifast 5 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Nebifast 5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Acarbose Chlorpropamide Glibenclamide Gliclazide

Nebifast 5 Tablet is a beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It works by slowing down the heart rate and relaxing blood vessels. This makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.

Nebifast 5 Tablet lowers your blood pressure and makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent stroke and heart attack. It may cause dizziness. If this happens to you, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position. It can hide symptoms of low blood sugar if you are diabetic. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Do not stop taking Nebifast 5 Tablet suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.