Bystolic
Utilized to manage hypertension, indicated to support sustained reduction of blood pressure levels.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Nebivolol
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 2.5 · 5 · 10mg
Bystolic details
- Condition
- Hypertension
- Alternative names
- Nebilet
- Therapeutic class
- Beta blocker
- Pharmacological class
- Beta-adrenoceptor antagonist
- Precautions and warnings
- may mask symptoms of hypoglycaemia; avoid sudden discontinuation
- Minor side effects
- headache; fatigue; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
- bradycardia; dyspnoea; nausea
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Menarini
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature away from moisture.
- Drug interactions
- calcium channel blockers; antiarrhythmics
- Age restrictions
- Adults
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to nebivolol; severe bradycardia; second or third degree heart block; severe hepatic impairment
Serious side effects
heart block, requires immediate medical attention; bronchospasm, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Utilized to manage hypertension, indicated to support sustained reduction of blood pressure levels.
Mechanism of action
Nebivolol is a competitive and selective beta-1 receptor antagonist with vasodilating properties, likely mediated through the nitric oxide pathway, which helps to relax blood vessels.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use with caution as beta-blockers may reduce placental perfusion. Breastfeeding: Discuss with your doctor.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Bystolic
Bystolic is a primary brand name for nebivolol, an active ingredient used to manage hypertension. The same active ingredient is also sold as Nebilet. Menarini supplies the treatment as a tablet in strengths of 2.5mg, 5mg and 10mg, providing clear dosing options for individuals maintaining their blood pressure.
Buying Bystolic online
Bystolic is registered across 13 markets including Japan, the UAE and Singapore, with availability also in Hong Kong, Thailand and Malaysia. As one of the most ordered solutions across the region, it is frequently accessed online with delivery to these key hubs. Generic nebivolol, much of it made in India, provides significantly higher affordability than the original brand, ensuring reliable access for expats and those located far from a fully stocked pharmacy.