Carvedilol DESCRIPTION

Coreg /Carvedilol

Coreg is manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline Inc. Coreg is the only beta-blocking medication that is approved for use in mild, moderate, and severe heart failure. Coreg is also approved for hypertension and can be beneficial in hypertensive patients with diabetes and high cholesterol. Coreg is now approved for reducing the risk of death among heart attack patients with impaired cardiac function.

It is important to take your medicine every day as directed by your doctor or health care provider. Do not stop taking Coreg suddenly, because you could have serious side effects, such as chest pain or a heart attack. If your doctor decides you should stop taking Coreg, your doctor or health care provider may slowly reduce your dose over a period of time before stopping it completely.

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Yes, if you are from the U.S. then you can buy Carvedilol at Canadian prices. Currently we will only accept an order for Carvedilol from U.S. and Canadian residents. Both U.S. and Canadian residents require a prescription to purchase Carvedilol and when you order Carvedilol it will be delivered with express shipping.

Why is Carvedilol prescribed?

Carvedilol lowers blood pressure and increases the output of the heart. It is prescribed for people with congestive heart failure to increase survival and reduce the need for hospitalization. It is also used to control high blood pressure. It is often used with other drugs.

Most important fact about Carvedilol

In some people, Carvedilol causes a drop in blood pressure when they first stand up, resulting in dizziness or even fainting. If this happens, sit or lie down and notify your doctor. Taking the drug with food reduces the chance of this problem. Even so, during the first month of therapy, or after a change in your dose, be careful about driving and operation of dangerous machinery.

How should you take Carvedilol?

Take Carvedilol twice a day with food. If you are taking the drug for high blood pressure, there should be improvement within 7 to 14 days. --If you miss a dose...Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once. --Storage instructions...

Carvedilol should be stored at room temperature, away from light and moisture. Keep the container tightly closed.

What side effects may occur with Carvedilol?

Carvedilol Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Carvedilol.

More common Carvedilol side effects may include:
Back pain, bronchitis, chest pain, cough, diarrhea, dizziness, fainting, fatigue, fever, headache, increased blood sugar levels, joint pain, low blood pressure, muscle aches, nausea, pain, respiratory infection, sinus problems, slow heartbeat, sore throat, swelling, urinary infection, vision changes, vomiting, weakness, weight gain

Less common Carvedilol side effects may include:
Allergy, blood in urine, dark stools, feeling of illness, gum disease, high blood pressure, impotence, increased sweating, infection, kidney problems, lack of sensitivity to touch, palpitation, reddish or purplish spots, shortness of breath, sleepiness, tingling or numbness, trouble sleeping, vertigo, weight loss

Rare Carvedilol side effects may include:
Abnormal thinking, anemia, asthma, changeable emotions, convulsions, decreased sex drive in males, digestive bleeding, dry mouth, hair loss, hearing problems, heart problems, impaired concentration, increased urination, itching, memory loss,migraine, nervousness, paralysis, rapid heartbeat, rash, ringing in ears, sensitivity to light, skin flaking, slow movement, wheezing, worsening of depression

Possible food and drug interactions when taking Carvedilol

If Carvedilol is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Carvedilol with any of the following:

Calcium channel blockers (blood pressure and heart medications such as Calan, Cardizem, Isoptin, and Verelan)
Cimetidine (Tagamet)
Clonidine (Catapres)
Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune)
Diabetes pills such as Diabinese, Glucophage, and Rezulin
Drugs classified as MAO inhibitors, including the antidepressants Nardil and Parnate
Digoxin (Lanoxin)
Fluoxetine (Prozac)
Insulin
Paroxetine (Paxil)
Propafenone (Rythmol)
Quinidine (Quinaglute)
Reserpine (Ser-Ap-Es)
Rifampin (Rifadin)

Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding when taking Carvedilol

Carvedilol has not been adequately studied in pregnant women; and it is not known whether the drug appears in breast milk. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, check with your doctor immediately.

Recommended Carvedilol dosage

ADULTS Hypertension

The starting dose is 6.25 milligrams twice a day with food. Your doctor may raise the dosage every 1 or 2 weeks to a maximum of 50 milligrams a day. Congestive Heart Failure The starting dose is 3.125 milligrams twice a day with food. Your doctor may increase the dosage every 2 weeks. The maximum dosage, for people weighing over 187 pounds, is 100 milligrams a day.

CHILDREN The safety and effectiveness of Carvedilol have not been studied in children under 18.

Carvedilol Overdosage

Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical treatment immediately.

Symptoms of Carvedilol overdose may include:
Breathing difficulties, loss of consciousness, seizures, heart problems, slow heartbeat, very low blood pressure, vomiting

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