Ziac
Bisoprolol · Hydrochlorothiazide
Developed to mitigate blood pressure parameters to support cardiovascular wellness and alleviate vascular resistance.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredients
- Bisoprolol · Hydrochlorothiazide
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 5mg + 12.5mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Ziac, depending on stock.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Ziac vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Ziac details
- Condition
- Hypertension
- Alternative names
- bisoprolol, hydrochlorothiazide
- Therapeutic class
- Beta-1 Selective Adrenergic Receptor Antagonist, Thiazide Diuretic Combination
- Pharmacological class
- Antihypertensive Combination
- Contraindications
- sinus bradycardia; second or third-degree AV block; anuria; severe renal failure
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; headache; fatigue
- Moderate side effects
- bradycardia; electrolyte depletion; cold extremities
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- Merck
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C. Keep dry.
- Drug interactions
- Lithium; Digoxin; NSAIDs
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults.
Serious side effects
severe heart block, requires immediate medical attention; bronchospasm, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
developed to mitigate blood pressure parameters to support cardiovascular wellness and alleviate vascular resistance.
Mechanism of action
Bisoprolol reduces heart rate and cardiac output, while hydrochlorothiazide promotes renal clearance of water and sodium.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
TGA Category C: Use if potential benefits outweigh risks. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.
What you will receive
Ziac is the originator brand name, made by Merck. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Merck.
- The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Bisoprolol / Hydrochlorothiazide is offered.
- The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
- Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.