Carvedilol Benefits & Uses

Carvedilol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Heart Failure

Carvedilol Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 3.12 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 3.12 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Carvedilol Related Warnings

Is the use of Carvedilol safe for pregnant women?

Carvedilol can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Carvedilol right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Carvedilol safe during breastfeeding?

Carvedilol is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Carvedilol on the Kidneys?

Carvedilol does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Carvedilol on the Liver?

Carvedilol may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Carvedilol on the Heart?

Carvedilol has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Carvedilol with Other Drugs

Carvedilol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Carvedilol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carvedilol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Myasthenia Gravis
Diabetes
Asthma
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Liver Disease
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Carvedilol

Is this Carvedilol habit forming or addictive?

Carvedilol is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Carvedilol as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Carvedilol is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Carvedilol is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Carvedilol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Carvedilol

Carvedilol may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Carvedilol

Taking Carvedilol with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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