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Carvedil is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. High BP are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Carvedil have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Carvedil. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Carvedil can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Carvedil are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Carvedil's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Carvedil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Carvedil related warnings section.
Carvedil can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Carvedil in conditions like Diabetes, Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD). Other contraindications of Carvedil have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Carvedil may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Carvedil, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Carvedil is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Carvedil is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Carvedil safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Carvedil. It is best to stop taking Carvedil immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Carvedil safe during breastfeeding?
Carvedil is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Carvedil on the Kidneys?
Using Carvedil does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Carvedil on the Liver?
Side effects of Carvedil rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Carvedil on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Carvedil on the heart have been reported.
Carvedil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carvedil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Carvedil habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Carvedil is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Carvedil as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Carvedil should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Carvedil in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Carvedil
When consumed with certain foods, Carvedil may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Carvedil
Taking alcohol with Carvedil can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience