Bystolic 5 mg

Bystolic (Nebivolol) belongs to a group of drugs called beta-blockers. Beta-blockers affect the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).
Bystolic is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure).

Take Bystolic exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Take Bystolic at the same time every day. You may take the medication with or without food.
Do not skip doses or stop taking Bystolic without first talking to your doctor. Stopping suddenly may make your condition worse or cause other serious heart problems such as severe chest pain or heart attack. You may need to use less and less before you stop the medication completely.

Your blood pressure will need to be checked often. Visit your doctor regularly.
If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using Bystolic.
Bystolic is only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely.
Keep using Bystolic as directed, even if you feel well. High blood pressure often has no symptoms. You may need to use blood pressure medication for the rest of your life.

What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Bystolic side effects:
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction to Bystolic: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

    *feeling short of breath, even with mild exertion;
    *swelling of your ankles or feet;
    *slow or uneven heartbeats; or
    *numbness or cold feeling in your hands and feet.

Less serious Bystolic side effects may include:

    *headache;
    *tired feeling;
    *nausea, stomach pain;
    *diarrhea; or
    *sleep problems (insomnia).