Bisoprolol-Hydrochlorothiazide
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.
Last Reviewed: Apr 26, 2023
Pros & Cons
Bisoprolol and Hydrochlorothiazide Pros and Cons
- The combination of bisoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide is convenient to take as a once-daily dose.
- The two drugs have additive antihypertensive effects and may be able to control blood pressure in people who have not benefited from either medication alone.
- It is available as a lower-cost generic.
- It is difficult to adjust the dosage of bisoprolol and hydrochlorothiazide individually because the combination comes in fixed dosage strengths.
- This medicine can cause side effects such as increased urination and dizziness.
- It is not the first-choice medication to treat hypertension.
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