Monocor
Monocor contains bisoprolol fumarate, a highly selective beta1-adrenergic receptor blocker (beta-blocker). It works by slowing down the heart rate and making the heart more efficient at pumping blood, which helps lower elevated blood pressure, manage chest pain, and reduce the strain on the heart in patients with heart failure.
Dosage by Body Weight
Adults: Typically initiated at 5 mg once daily, which may be increased to 10 mg once daily depending on patient response. For heart failure, titration starts at a lower dose of 1.25 mg once daily. Tablets should be swallowed whole with water, preferably in the morning, with or without food. Do not stop taking this medication abruptly without consulting a doctor.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in pediatric populations have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Beta-blocker use in infants is highly restricted and must only be managed by a pediatric cardiologist.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Pediatric safety profiles are not established for standard outpatient care.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Only use under strict supervision of a pediatric specialist if absolutely required.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- No standard pediatric dosage is available; treatment must be individualized by a specialist.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy in pediatric populations have not been established. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Beta-blocker use in infants is highly restricted and must only be managed by a pediatric cardiologist. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Pediatric safety profiles are not established for standard outpatient care. |
| 11-15 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Only use under strict supervision of a pediatric specialist if absolutely required. |
| 16-20 kg | Not recommended | N/A | No standard pediatric dosage is available; treatment must be individualized by a specialist. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), angina pectoris (heart-related chest pain), and stable chronic heart failure.
Generic Name
Bisoprolol fumarateScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.