Bisoprolol is used primarily to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and heart failure. It is also used to prevent chest pain caused by angina, manage irregular heartbeats such as atrial fibrillation, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular events after a heart attack. It works by slowing down the heart rate and reducing the workload on the heart, helping it to pump blood more efficiently.

Bisoprolol belongs to a class of medications called beta blockers, specifically selective for beta-1 receptors in the heart. This selectivity helps reduce side effects compared to non-selective beta blockers. By blocking these receptors, bisoprolol slows the heart rate and decreases blood pressure, which lowers the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and heart failure progression.

In summary, bisoprolol is used for:

• High blood pressure management
• Heart failure treatment (especially with reduced ejection fraction)
• Prevention of angina-related chest pain
• Managing atrial fibrillation and other irregular heart rhythms
• Reducing cardiovascular risks after heart attacks.