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Nebivolol

Brand names: Bystolic

Nebivolol is a beta blocker that lowers blood pressure. It also helps blood vessels relax.

Brand namesBystolic
Type of medicineBeta blocker
Prescription?Prescription
ImportantThis page is general information, not a prescription. Don't start, stop, or change a medicine without talking to your provider or pharmacist.

Overview

It tends to cause less tiredness and fewer sexual side effects than older beta blockers.

What it's used for

  • High blood pressure

How to take it

  • Take it once a day, with or without food.
  • Don't stop suddenly.

Your dose depends on your health and other medicines. Always follow your prescription label, and ask your pharmacist if anything is unclear.

Side effects

Common side effects

  • Headache
  • Tiredness
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
Call 911Chest pain, fainting, or a very slow heartbeat
Call 911Wheezing or trouble breathing
Call your provider todaySwelling in the legs or shortness of breath

Warnings

  • It can hide signs of low blood sugar.
  • Not for people with severe liver disease.

Other medicines, foods, and alcohol

  • Fluoxetine and paroxetine raise its level.
  • Other heart-rate medicines can slow the heart too much.

Tell your provider and pharmacist about every medicine, vitamin, and supplement you take.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Talk with your provider.

Missed doses, overdose, and storage

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember, unless it's almost time for your next dose. Then skip the missed dose. Don't take two doses at once.

If someone takes too much

Call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222 or get help online at poison.org. Call 911 if the person collapses, has a seizure, has trouble breathing, or can't be woken.

Storing it

Store at room temperature, away from heat and moisture (not in the bathroom), and out of reach of children and pets.

Conditions it's used for

Sources

Last updated 2026-11-13.