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Vivalol is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Vivalol also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Vivalol depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Vivalol include Slow heart rate (pulse). Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Vivalol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Vivalol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Vivalol is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Vivalol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Vivalol is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Vivalol are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Vivalol with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Vivalol is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Vivalol 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 |
Adult |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Vivalol is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Vivalol safe for pregnant women?
Vivalol has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Vivalol without medical advice.
Is the use of Vivalol safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Vivalol for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Vivalol on the Kidneys?
Using Vivalol does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Vivalol on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Vivalol on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Vivalol on the Heart?
Vivalol is rarely harmful for the heart.
Vivalol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vivalol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vivalol habit forming or addictive?
Vivalol is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Vivalol you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Vivalol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Vivalol in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Vivalol
When consumed with certain foods, Vivalol may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vivalol
Taking alcohol with Vivalol can be dangerous.
Yes, Vivalol can cause weight gain. It is a common side effect of this drug, especially in the older patients. However, if you feel excess gain of weight after taking this medicine, please inform your doctor.
Yes, Vivalol can be taken with lisinopril, no clinical meaningful interaction have been reported between these two medicines. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction occurs between them. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medications at the same time.
It is recommended to avoid taking Vivalol with aspirin, because of the concurrent use of these two medicines which can reduce the antihypertensive activity of Vivalol. It also decreases the renal blood flow. Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Take Vivalol as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes, Vivalol can affect fertility. As per clinical studies, fertility defect was found in animal models, human clinical trial on fertility is still pending. You should take precaution while taking medicine during pregnancy. However, it is best to inform the doctor before taking these two medicines together.
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