HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Can Viagra Be Taken Whilst On Bisoprolol Fumarate?

default
Posted on Mon, 22 Jun 2015
Question: can i take viagra whilst on bisoprolol fumarate 2.5 mg . I am 67 yrs of age
doctor
Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Be careful when using Viagra with Bisoprolol (reduce Viagra doses)!

Detailed Answer:

Hello!

Thank you for asking on HCM!

I reviewed your current treatment and would like to explain as follows:

Viagra and Bisoprolol have an important interaction, as Bisoprolol may increase the level or effect of Viagra by decreasing its hepatic clearance (elemination). So their concomitant use should be monitored carefully, and a decrease of Viagra dose should be considered.

Viagra and Clopidogrel do not have any important interaction, so they may be used safely together.

Viagra and Atorvastatin show a serious and potentially dangerous interaction, as viagra increases toxicity of Atorvastatin, and may increase the risk of myopathy. Their combination is contraindicated.

So to conclude, there is no problem to combine Viagra and Clopidogrel, but you should be careful when using Viagra and Bisoprolol together (reduce Viagra dose), and you have to avoid combination of Viagra with Atorvastatin.

Hope to have been helpful

Felel free to ask me whenever you need.

Greetings! Dr. Iliri
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
default
Follow up: Dr. Ilir Sharka (37 minutes later)
Dear Dr Sharka,
I used to take Viagra 100mg once a while before my CABG procedure in 2011. Is it OK if I skip Bisoprolol & Athorvastatin on the day I intend to use viagra? I have not taken viagra since my CABG. Also can generic sidenafil citrate be used instead of Pfizer?In the case of 'Tadalafil' I experienced back pain running to the thighs . Is this high risk for me . Thanks & Best Regards,
doctor
Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (9 hours later)
Brief Answer:
You can use generic, or brand name of Viagra, but with some precautions.

Detailed Answer:

Hello again!

When using Viagra you should avoid Atorvastatin, but you don't need to stop Bisoprolol. Just be careful, reduce the dose of Viagra! You can use a generic or the brand name (Pfizer) of Viagra.

Regarding Tadalafil, it is safe when taking concomitantly with Atorvastatin (as there is not any known interactions between them). Meanwhile, it shows significant interaction with Bisoprolol, as it may increase the effect of Bisoprolol by their synergism, and may show increased risk of hypotension.

Wish you a good health! Dr. Iliri
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Ilir Sharka

Cardiologist

Practicing since :2001

Answered : 9544 Questions

premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
Can Viagra Be Taken Whilst On Bisoprolol Fumarate?

Brief Answer: Be careful when using Viagra with Bisoprolol (reduce Viagra doses)! Detailed Answer: Hello! Thank you for asking on HCM! I reviewed your current treatment and would like to explain as follows: Viagra and Bisoprolol have an important interaction, as Bisoprolol may increase the level or effect of Viagra by decreasing its hepatic clearance (elemination). So their concomitant use should be monitored carefully, and a decrease of Viagra dose should be considered. Viagra and Clopidogrel do not have any important interaction, so they may be used safely together. Viagra and Atorvastatin show a serious and potentially dangerous interaction, as viagra increases toxicity of Atorvastatin, and may increase the risk of myopathy. Their combination is contraindicated. So to conclude, there is no problem to combine Viagra and Clopidogrel, but you should be careful when using Viagra and Bisoprolol together (reduce Viagra dose), and you have to avoid combination of Viagra with Atorvastatin. Hope to have been helpful Felel free to ask me whenever you need. Greetings! Dr. Iliri