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Nebivolol oral tablet dosage: A detailed guide

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Doctors prescribe nebivolol oral tablet for high blood pressure in adults. You take it by mouth once per day.
Medically reviewed by Michael Rio, PharmD
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This article describes nebivolol oral tablet’s dosages and strengths and gives details on how to take it. You’ll also find information on cost savings and coupon options for nebivolol. If you want to know more about nebivolol oral tablet, see this overview article. It covers details about the drug’s uses, side effects, and more.

Nebivolol oral tablet is a generic version of the brand-name drug Bystolic. This article describes dosages of nebivolol. To learn more about Bystolic, talk with your doctor.

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Dosage of nebivolol

This article describes the recommended dosages for nebivolol oral tablet. The drugmaker provides these dosages. In some cases, doctors may adjust your dosage from those shown below.

If your doctor prescribes this medication, you should follow the dosage they prescribe. Your doctor will determine the dosage that best meets your needs. Do not change your dosage of nebivolol oral tablet without your doctor’s recommendation.

Usual recommended dosages of nebivolol in adults

Usually, doctors start by prescribing a low dosage of nebivolol oral tablet. Then, they’ll adjust it over time until the right dosage is reached. Ultimately, your doctor will prescribe the smallest dosage of nebivolol oral tablet that gives the desired outcome.

Dosage for high blood pressure

Below is the usual recommended dosages of nebivolol expressed in milligrams (mg) for high blood pressure in adults:

ConditionStarting dosageMaintenance dosageMaximum dosage
high blood pressure 5 mg once per day5 to 40 mg 40 mg per day

Your doctor may start your treatment with a lower dose of nebivolol if you have kidney or liver problems.

Nebivolol can be taken with or without food. Your doctor may advise that you take this medication around the same time each day. This helps keep a consistent amount of the drug in your body. And it can help the drug work more effectively.

It’s important to note that you should not stop taking nebivolol suddenly. Doing so can cause serious side effects. If you and your doctor decide to stop your nebivolol treatment, they’ll slowly decrease your dosage over time.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about how to take your dosage of nebivolol.

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Frequently asked questions

Below are answers to some commonly asked questions about nebivolol oral tablet and its dosage.

Is nebivolol used for anxiety or atrial fibrillation? If so, what’s the dosage?

Nebivolol oral tablet isn’t approved to treat atrial fibrillation or anxiety. For this reason, there isn’t a recommended nebivolol dose for anxiety or nebivolol dose for atrial fibrillation.

Nebivolol oral tablet belongs to a class of drugs called beta-blockers. Certain beta-blockers may be prescribed off-label to treat anxiety and atrial fibrillation. With off-label use, doctors prescribe a drug for a purpose other than what it’s approved for.

To learn more about treating these conditions, talk with your doctor.

Can I take nebivolol twice per day?

No, nebivolol oral tablet is taken once per day. But be sure to take your dosage of nebivolol exactly as your doctor prescribes.

To learn more about the dosage of nebivolol, see the “Dosage of nebivolol” section above. You can also talk with your doctor.

Is nebivolol taken long term?

Yes, doctors typically prescribe nebivolol oral tablet as a long-term treatment. If you and your doctor determine that it’s safe and effective for your condition, you’ll likely take it long term.

If you have questions about how long you should take nebivolol tablet, talk with your doctor.

What should I do for a missed dose of nebivolol?

If you realize you forgot to take a dose of nebivolol oral tablet, tell your doctor or pharmacist right away. They may advise you to take the missed dose. Or they may advise you to skip it and take your next dose as scheduled.

For tips on how to plan your doses of nebivolol and avoid missing a dose, read this article. You could also try:

  • downloading a reminder app on your phone
  • setting an alarm
  • putting a note where you’ll see it, such as on your calendar, bathroom mirror, or bedside table

Form and strengths of nebivolol

Nebivolol oral tablet comes as follows:

  • Form: oral tablet, which you’ll take by swallowing
  • Strengths: 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg

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Overdose of nebivolol

It’s important that you do not take more nebivolol oral tablets than your doctor prescribes. Doing so can lead to harmful effects.

Symptoms of nebivolol overdose

Symptoms of an overdose can include:

What to do if you take too much nebivolol

If you think you’ve taken too much nebivolol, call your doctor or pharmacist right away. Or you could call 800-222-1222 to speak with someone at America’s Poison Centers. You can also use its online resource. If you have severe symptoms, call 911 or a local emergency number immediately. You can also go to the closest emergency room.

Disclaimer: Optum Perks has made every effort to make certain that all information is factually correct, comprehensive, and up to date. However, this article should not be used as a substitute for the knowledge and expertise of a licensed healthcare professional. You should always consult your doctor or another healthcare professional before taking any medication. The drug information contained herein is subject to change and is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a given drug does not indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for all patients or all specific uses.

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