Puis-je prendre Bisoprolol et Losartan ensemble ?

Pourquoi cela se produit

Both medicines work to lower blood pressure but in different ways. Bisoprolol is a beta-blocker that slows the heart rate, while losartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) that relaxes blood vessels. When used together, their effects add up (additive effect). Additionally, both can affect how your kidneys handle potassium.

It is very common for doctors to prescribe these two medicines together, but you should be monitored closely. Your doctor will likely perform regular blood tests to check your kidney function and potassium levels. To avoid dizziness, try to get up slowly from a sitting or lying position. If you feel very dizzy, have a racing heart, or feel unusually tired, contact your GP.

Grossesse

You must not take losartan if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as it can cause serious harm or death to an unborn baby. Use effective contraception while taking it.

Asthme ou maladie pulmonaire obstructive chronique (MPOC)

Le bisoprolol peut provoquer un rétrécissement de vos voies respiratoires, rendant la respiration beaucoup plus difficile ou déclenchant une crise d'asthme sévère. Il est généralement évité si vous avez des antécédents de respiration sifflante ou d'asthme.

Stopping treatment

Do not stop taking bisoprolol suddenly. Doing so can cause a dangerous rise in blood pressure or worsen heart conditions; it must be tapered off gradually under medical supervision.

Diabète

Le bisoprolol peut masquer les signes d'alerte d'une hypoglycémie, tels qu'un rythme cardiaque rapide ou des tremblements. Vous devrez surveiller votre glycémie de plus près.

Alcool

Drinking alcohol can increase the blood pressure-lowering effect of these medicines, which may make you feel dizzy, lightheaded, or faint, especially when you first start taking them or when your dose is increased. It is best to keep your alcohol intake within recommended limits and see how the medicine affects you before drinking.

Substituts de sel (à base de potassium)

Losartan can increase the levels of potassium in your blood. Many salt substitutes (such as Lo-Salt) contain potassium chloride instead of sodium. Using these while taking Losartan can lead to dangerously high potassium levels (hyperkalaemia). You should avoid using potassium-based salt substitutes unless your doctor tells you otherwise.

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Avertissement

Ces informations sont fournies à des fins éducatives générales uniquement et ne doivent pas être considérées comme un substitut aux conseils médicaux professionnels. Consultez toujours votre médecin généraliste, votre pharmacien ou un autre professionnel de santé qualifié avant de prendre des décisions concernant vos médicaments. Les circonstances individuelles peuvent varier, et seul un professionnel de santé connaissant votre historique médical peut fournir des conseils personnalisés.