Bystolic User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• TbearMN
• November 25, 2011

For High Blood Pressure "I started Bystolic in October of 2011 after using 5 other medicines over the past 2 1/2 years with drastic side effects and little relief. I was on Cardizem for a week when they switched me to a months samples of 5 mg Bystolic. It was the answer I had hoped for. BP was normal level, no palpitations. About week 3, they started. The side effects. The first was swelling in the legs, ankles and hands. Then came the headaches, joint pains and difficulty breathing. By week 4 my BP rose again, the palpitations began again and the side effects worsened. I went back to atenolol figuring that if I was going to have palpitations, the side effects were less painful than the discomfort of the palpitations."

• Boris...
• February 1, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "It was effective in lowering my blood pressure from 150/95 down to 128/83 on average. However, this drop came at a tremendous expense to my lifestyle. I've felt very low energy, occasional dizziness, headaches and general lack of interest in anything. My appetite dropped and I stopped feeling life inside me. In a nutshell, harmful side effects make this drug ineffective in solving BP problems"

• Robin
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 20, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "Bystolic added to Losartan to lower my blood pressure. It did lower BP but side effects of weakness, dizzy spells, blurry vision, upset stomach are terrible. I cannot tolerate this drug or perhaps the combination."

• Marz2u
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 7, 2015

For High Blood Pressure "With all the blood pressure medications I've taken over the last 15 years, specifically beta blockers, Bystolic has been the best match for me. I was originally placed on beta blockers to control the rate of my heart since I have PSVT's, which also increased my BP during those episodes. While I do work nights, I have gained weight since taking beta blockers. With Bystolic I do feel less tired and able to keep moving, climb stairs easier, my weight gain has stopped. My BP is usually 120's/70-80. The cons of this drug, and to be fair, all beta blockers, I have horrendous nightmares. I have to take a sleeping pill, Lunesta, for that!"

• Anonymous
• November 20, 2011

For High Blood Pressure "I am a 43 year old female. Doctor said I am having adrenaline rushes and that its giving me high blood pressure and a rapid heart beat. 160/100 and heart beat in 120's resting. Puts me on Azor, blood pressure came down but heart rate was still high and I was feeling like I was having anxiety attacks. Doctor decided to put me on Bystolic a week ago and the very first day I took it my heart rate came down in the 60's and it also brought my blood pressure down to 110/65 resting. My feeling of anxiety is pretty much gone and I am feeling much better. I have slight issues with waking up in the middle of the night but I seem to be able to go back to sleep pretty quickly."

• Anonymous
• July 22, 2008

For High Blood Pressure "I am a 29 year old Arab-American with stage 1 hypertension. My mom has high blood pressure and my grandma had it also. I have been on Bystolic for 1 week and my blood pressure has gone from 130/100 to 120/80. I hope it continues. So far so good."

• norad...
• November 8, 2008

For High Blood Pressure "I am 89 years old today. My doctor and I have been working deligently for at least two years to find the right combination to lower my high blood press. I experienced the worst side effects of each. Several months ago he combined Bystolic, Benica, Spironilactone and Norvasc. My blood pressure is holding a very comfortable 130/135 over 60/66. Side effects seem to be I require 8 to 10 hours sleep at night. That I am not used to. I am clearing up a rash,which I believe is from Toprol. Other than that I believe I am being plagued with that A.G.E. disease; can't avoid that one."

• Pick
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 25, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "I'm a 30-year-old male, former college athlete, large frame and build. 14 months ago, I started Lisinopril and another beta blocker on a recommendation from my Cardiologist PA after another determining I have essential hypertension and was having issues with panic attacks and tachycardia. After about a month, I complained of the side effects of the beta blocker and switched me to Bystolic 5 mg. I noticed that I slowly began to gain weight but I thought it was possibly just a lifestyle problem. My instances of tachycardia and also my blood pressure both went down with the medication. The side effects I learned to live with were sleeplessness, dizziness, foggy memory, severe dehydration, especially after alcohol or a big meal, some ED, and just overall lethargy and cloudiness. And the weight gain. But I hung on to Bystolic out of fear for my cardiovascular system."

• Tranq...
• May 18, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "Bystolic reduced the blood pressure, but it comes with the price. Chaotic sleep, low energy level, loss of interest in the previously enjoyed activities, and a substantial weight gain Weening down from the whole pill to a half, and looking for natural ways to reduce my BP."

• Carl
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 14, 2018

For High Blood Pressure "After trying a number of antihypertensives, all of which made me sick including lisinopril, norvasc, valsartan, irbesartan, and others (hyponatremia, anemia, insomnia, fatigue, depression), the last one they gave me was Bystolic 10mg. Felt bad, cold hands and feet, tingling feet, fatigue, insomnia, etc., so cut pills in half. On 5mg, tingling went away, but blood test found low sodium and anemia again, so I stopped completely. Now BP is higher than ever, and after 3 months my feet still feel cold, even on a hot day. Referred to a specialist. Fingers crossed."

• Anonymous
• September 6, 2010

For High Blood Pressure "Took Bystolic 5mg for a month. At first it seemed to be okay. I liked it because it did not make me dizzy but by the third week started getting side effects. First off I was so tired and no energy, thought it was me but no it was Bystolic. Then my shoulder joints started aching and kind of running down to my wrist in both arms. Not too bad but still there, and the last straw with me was when my left arm started to tingle on the outside of my forearm. Well started cutting them in half so now I was taking 2.5 mg for the last week and it made no difference. Every time I took the pill hours later my arm would start tingling along with the other side effects. Also another thing it made me gain ten pounds in a months time, also bloating."

• Tj 1...
• January 31, 2018

For High Blood Pressure "Started 5mg Bystolic in July 2017. Lowered my BP to unsafe levels 90/50 as well as my heart rate 47 bpm. Could not sleep well 3-4 hours nighty and had a jittery feeling throughout the day. Reduced dosage to 2.5 mg. Even at that dose I experienced unsatisfactory results. Started breaking the 2.5mg in half and I'm sleeping better and my BP runs around 112/60. Still have the jitters however. I run daily and have difficulty getting my heart rate above 110. It's seems there's a price to pay for many medications, often more than I'm willing to accept. Quality of life issues."

• Andrew
• January 13, 2016

For High Blood Pressure "I have had high blood pressure since I was a child. I have tryed many different meds for this problem. I had bad reactions to many of the poplar blood pressure meds and I am highly allergic to red rice so colesterol meds were no an option. I fired my doctor and went with a new doctor that prescribed bystolic it changed my whole life I am forever in his debt. I went from having multi side effect to almost none in 2 weeks I felt like a new person."

• Kilby
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 13, 2014

For High Blood Pressure "Took metropolol for 8 years with hydrochlorothiazide and suffered severe migraines until a med check doctor told me about the side effects from it plus my blood pressure never dropped below 177/112 in all the time I was on it. Changed doctors and was put on Bystolic and the hydrochlorothiazide and I never had the urge To go to the bathroom. Had to force myself to go. My feet and legs cramp all the time. I don't get headaches and my blood pressure dropped to 128/80 was the lowest but I stopped taking the water pill so I can go to the bathroom. It may be wrong but at least I'm peeing."

• south...
• May 22, 2010

For High Blood Pressure "I am a healthy 39 year old AA mom of 3. I was diagnosed with high blood pressure after a stressful divorce and other life changing events. My doctor gave me samples of 10mg Bystolic. I went from 195/150 to 120/80-textbook. I take Bystolic in the morning on an empty stomach and it has a calming effect so I was also able to eliminate Valium and Xanax from my life! I feel amazing. The only side effect I've noticed is my left arm feeling like it's "thinking" about falling asleep. I'm okay with that as long as it's not tingling, numbness or pain associated with the stroke I might be having were I not managing my blood pressure. I also find that I can no longer make it off my normal 4-5 hours of sleep. I need 7-8 or I fall asleep in the middle of a sentence (LOL)."

• Effec...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• December 1, 2023

For High Blood Pressure "Been taking Bystolic 5mg for 20 years as my 2 pm pressure control. In conjunction, taken with Benicar HCT in the AM, Bystolic is a lifesaver. Does not have a diuretic in it, yet instantly relaxes the muscles surrounding the blood vessels, allowing blood to flow more freely, reducing heart rate, and makes you need to urinate quickly. Never felt dizzy or lightheaded, instantly lowers blood pressure, which can be felt in your neck, and chest tightness. Works wonders and helps relieve high blood pressure quicker than most tablets and is felt to be milder. Highly recommended."

• Florida...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 1, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "Was using Lisinopril /HCTZ 20/12.5 for 7 years with excellent results. BP usually 120/70. Occasional dips in hot weather, and adjusted dosage down. New MD was adamant about trying 10mg Bystolic for a year. BP control was erratic, and always high, usually 145/90 heart rate fell to 45 consistently. Low energy, leg swelling, face swelling, irritability, insomnia. Switched back, and suddenly feel 10 years younger. Bystolic was not a good choice for me."

• Aceman
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 9, 2018

For High Blood Pressure "Been on 2.5 mg bystolic Daily for 2 weeks now. Half in morning half at night. At first only side effects I had were blurred vision and light headed after an hour of taking the dose. After 2 weeks I have many side effects. Dizziness, tingling wrists and feet, light headed. And feel some chest discomfort. Also I have no energy to walk or hike . Did I mention the lack of sleep at night. ..terrible."

• Anonymous
• March 20, 2009

For High Blood Pressure "I have had high blood pressure for 13 years now. I am a 45 year old African American Female. I have been on every combination I can think of. About 60 days ago I was taken off of 100mg of atenolol and put on Bystolic 10mg. I feel much better. I have energy, my heart does not palpitate like it used to and my blood pressure went from 149-140S /90-88D to 117/124 - 75/80. I'm very happy. It's much more expensive than my other medicines but I'm willing to pay the price to spend more time with my family and friends. "

• PAUL...
• September 22, 2008

For High Blood Pressure "I found that I was able to loose wieght while I was using this drug. I found that only 5 mg was plenty for me. I have had two heart attacks, the first they put in a coated stent and 18 months later I had my second with a blood clot in the stent. I like taking this drug."

• NickN...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 18, 2017

For High Blood Pressure "I was taking metoprolol prior to this which made me dizzy and didn't even keep my blood pressure down. Bystolic gave me zero side effects and helped lower my blood pressure continuously throughout the day not just for a few hours it's done wonders."

• TY18202
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 5, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "I've been on Atenolol/Chlorthalidone 100/25 for 15 years and my controlled BP is average 95-105/65-70 my controlled heart rate/pulse has been in the mid-high 60's and I feel great! I asked my DR to let me try Bystolic 5mg for the mere reason of possible cause of med-induced ED- it hardly does anything for me- BP is now in the 150s+/110s+ and HR is 130+ NOT GOOD. Taking a 2nd 5mg only lowers the BP by 3-8/2-20 but does nothing for the HR. I feel absolutely horrible on Bystolic- sick stomach, raging headache beyond belief along with joint/muscular pain. Give me the old tried/true atenolol/chlorthalidone 100/25 and I'll deal with the "possible ED effects" otherwise!"

• Tom
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 20, 2018

For High Blood Pressure "I have been taking Bystolic since May of 2017. It seemed to be working, on occasions it would spike to 130-140 but for the most part stayed in the 115-125 range. Two weeks ago it started running in the 140's- 170's for some unknown reason! The lower range is still in the 60's-70' range. What is going on? My heart rate stays between 42-49. The lower the heart rate the higher the pressure!"

• Alec...
• January 25, 2017

For High Blood Pressure "This is my first time on any high blood pressure medication. My new primary care physician noticed that recently it's been high during my visits so he decided to put me on Bystolic. The day he put be on this medication, (before I started it) I was driving to work in the morning and suffered what I can only assume a panic attack feels like (which is why I went to my doctor later that day). My heart was pounding through my chest, my face and arms went numb, chest pain and dizziness. Anyway, I have been on it for less than a month and have seen no negative side effects yet and my BP has been normal. The only reason I didn't give this a 10 is because I have only been on it a short amount of time. We'll see if I get the same results over time."

• Brian
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 28, 2019

For High Blood Pressure "25 years old, sensitive to most medicines and this was another one on the blacklist. Headaches occasionally, insomnia, loss of sexual desire, heart palpitations, depression, dizzy when standing up or squatting down, tired when sitting down, and short term memory was terrible."