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Can you drink alcohol on 2.5mg bisoprolol? i do not have high blood pressure and just take it for a fast heart rate, all tests have come back normal.

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Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

Alcohol : A drink but not multiple drinks would be reasonable

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Dr. Julie Abbott answered

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A safe amount: Bisoprolol 2.5 mg is a small dose of the beta blocker. Of course, I presume that this treatment has been prescribed for you after a normal cardiovascular evaluation by your doctor. There are no special precautions regarding alcohol for those taking this medication. However, as you know, guidelines suggest moderate drinking is the equivalent of 2 alcohol drinks per day for adult men. Good wishes:)

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A member asked:

Can you drink alcohol on 2.5mg bisoprolol? i do not have high blood pressure and just take it for a fast heart rate, all tests have come back normal.

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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