Carvedilol
Generic Name: carvedilol
Brand Names:
Carvedilol
Carvedilol is a nonselective beta-adrenergic blocking agent with alpha-1 blocking activity. Indicated for treatment of mild-to-severe chronic heart failure, left ventricular dysfunction following myocardial infarction, and essential hypertension management.
Overview
Carvedilol is a nonselective beta-adrenergic blocking agent with alpha-1 blocking activity. Indicated for treatment of mild-to-severe chronic heart failure, left ventricular dysfunction following myocardial infarction, and essential hypertension management.
Uses
Indicated for treatment of mild-to-severe chronic heart failure, left ventricular dysfunction post-myocardial infarction, and essential hypertension management.
Dosage
Take with food. Heart failure: start 3.125 mg twice daily for 2 weeks, titrate to max 50 mg twice daily. Post-MI: start 6.25 mg twice daily, target 25 mg twice daily. Hypertension: start 6.25 mg twice daily, max 50 mg daily.
Side Effects
Common: dizziness (24-32%), fatigue (22-24%), bradycardia (9-10%), hypotension (9-14%), syncope (3-8%). Rare: Stevens-Johnson syndrome, aplastic anemia, angioedema.
Interactions
CYP2D6 inhibitors increase R(+) enantiomer levels. Additive hypotensive effects with catecholamine-depleting agents. Digoxin concentrations increased 15%. Amiodarone increases S(-) enantiomer 2-fold.
Warnings
Risk of abrupt discontinuation causing angina exacerbation and MI. Monitor for bradycardia, hypotension, heart failure worsening, bronchospasm, blood sugar changes, renal function deterioration. Contraindicated in bronchial asthma, second/third-degree AV block, sick sinus syndrome, severe bradycardia, decompensated heart failure, severe hepatic impairment.
Pregnancy
Insufficient data on human pregnancy. Animal studies show embryo-fetal toxicity at high doses. Present in lactating rat milk; unknown if in human breast milk.
Storage
Store at 20 to 25 degrees C (68 to 77 degrees F). Protect from moisture. Dispense in tight, light-resistant container.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carvedilol used for?▼
Indicated for treatment of mild-to-severe chronic heart failure, left ventricular dysfunction post-myocardial infarction, and essential hypertension management.
What are the side effects of Carvedilol?▼
Common: dizziness (24-32%), fatigue (22-24%), bradycardia (9-10%), hypotension (9-14%), syncope (3-8%). Rare: Stevens-Johnson syndrome, aplastic anemia, angioedema.
Can I take Carvedilol during pregnancy?▼
Insufficient data on human pregnancy. Animal studies show embryo-fetal toxicity at high doses. Present in lactating rat milk; unknown if in human breast milk.
What are the important warnings for Carvedilol?▼
Risk of abrupt discontinuation causing angina exacerbation and MI. Monitor for bradycardia, hypotension, heart failure worsening, bronchospasm, blood sugar changes, renal function deterioration. Contraindicated in bronchial asthma, second/third-degree AV block, sick sinus syndrome, severe bradycardia, decompensated heart failure, severe hepatic impairment.
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Medical Disclaimer
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