carvedilol
Used for Unstable Angina, Heart Failure and Hypertension
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Manufactured by various FDA-approved generic manufacturers.
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carvedilol Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing
What dosages is carvedilol available in?
carvedilol is available as a 3.125 mg, 6.25 mg, 12.5 mg, and 25 mg oral tablet.
What is carvedilol used for?
carvedilol is a beta blocker used for high blood pressure, heart failure and to lower the risk of death from heart-related problems after a heart attack.
How does carvedilol work?
carvedilol is an alpha and beta blocker medication. It lowers blood pressure by relaxing your blood vessels and slowing down your heart rate.
How do I take carvedilol?
carvedilol is typically taken by mouth twice daily. You can up to a maximum of 50 mg twice daily, depending on the condition being treated.
Is it safe for me to take carvedilol?
carvedilol is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication if you have bronchial asthma or related bronchospastic conditions, second- or third-degree AV block, sick sinus syndrome, severe bradycardia (unless permanent pacemaker in place, are in cardiogenic shock or decompensated heart failure requiring the use of IV inotropic therapy, or have severe hepatic impairment.
carvedilol Common Side Effects
Common side effects of carvedilol include:
- Dizziness
- Orthostatic hypotension (drop in blood pressure when you stand up from sitting or lying down)
- Trouble sleeping
- Diarrhea
carvedilol Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with carvedilol. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Severe allergic reaction: skin rash; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat; difficulty breathing
- Heart failure: trouble breathing, fast weight gain, feeling very tired, chest pain, swelling in the legs, ankles, or feet
- Bronchospasm: tightness in the chest, trouble catching your breath, difficulty breathing, wheezing, cough, dizziness, extreme tiredness
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on carvedilol
The following medications may interact with carvedilol:
- CYP P450 2D6 enzyme inhibitors may increase and rifampin may decrease carvedilol levels
- Hypotensive agents (e.g., reserpine, MAO inhibitors, clonidine) may increase the risk of hypotension and/or severe bradycardia
- Cyclosporine or digoxin levels may increase
- Both digitalis glycosides and β-blockers slow atrioventricular conduction and decrease heart rate. Concomitant use can increase the
- risk of bradycardia
- Amiodarone may increase carvedilol levels resulting in further slowing of the heart rate or cardiac conduction
- Verapamil or diltiazem-type calcium channel blockers may affect ECG and/or blood pressure
- Insulin and oral hypoglycemics action may be enhanced
Who makes carvedilol?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is carvedilol safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if carvedilol will harm your unborn baby. If you become pregnant while receiving carvedilol, talk to your healthcare provider.
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