Drug interactions
Betaxolol + Nebivolol
Severity: Major
Betaxolol and Nebivolol: major interaction.
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Summary
Both are beta-1 selective blockers, so combining them duplicates therapy without added benefit. It increases the risk of bradycardia, hypotension and AV block.
What this interaction means in plain words
Betaxolol and Nebivolol can interact in a way that may be serious. Using them together is sometimes necessary, but it needs a deliberate decision by the prescriber, a plan for monitoring, and clear advice on the warning signs to watch for.
Betaxolol belongs to Cardiovascular; Nebivolol belongs to Cardiovascular.
Why it happens
Duplicate beta-1 adrenergic blockade with additive effects.
What to do
Avoid combining the two and use a single beta-blocker at an optimized dose. Monitor heart rate and blood pressure if a switch is being made.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Does the benefit of taking both outweigh the risk in my case?
- Do I need any blood test, ECG or other check while on both?
- What early warning signs should I watch for, and what should I do if they appear?
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Other interactions of Nebivolol
- Acebutolol + Nebivolol Major
- Aldesleukin + Nebivolol Major
- Amiodarone + Nebivolol Major
- Atenolol-chlorthalidone + Nebivolol Major
- Atenolol + Nebivolol Major
- Bisoprolol + Nebivolol Major
Other interactions of Betaxolol
- Acebutolol + Betaxolol Major
- Aldesleukin + Betaxolol Major
- Amifostine + Betaxolol Major
- Amiodarone + Betaxolol Major
- Atenolol-chlorthalidone + Betaxolol Major
- Atenolol + Betaxolol Major
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Betaxolol with Nebivolol?
MediHelp rates the interaction as major. Betaxolol and Nebivolol can interact in a way that may be serious. Using them together is sometimes necessary, but it needs a deliberate decision by the prescriber, a plan for monitoring, and clear advice on the warning signs to watch for. Both are beta-1 selective blockers, so combining them duplicates therapy without added benefit. It increases the risk of bradycardia, hypotension and AV block.
How serious is the interaction between Betaxolol and Nebivolol?
MediHelp rates it major, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Avoid combining the two and use a single beta-blocker at an optimized dose. Monitor heart rate and blood pressure if a switch is being made.
What other medicines interact with Nebivolol?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Nebivolol with, for example, Acebutolol, Aldesleukin, Amiodarone. The full list is on the Nebivolol page.
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