Coreg

Indicated to manage hypertension and utilized to support heart function in chronic failure.

Strengths: 3.125 · 6.25 · 12.5 · 25mg

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Medicine details

Conditions
Alternative names

Eucardic

Therapeutic class

Beta Blocker

Pharmacological class

Non-selective Beta Blocker with Alpha-1 Blocking Activity

Minor side effects

dizziness; fatigue; headache; bradycardia

Moderate side effects

hypotension; peripheral oedema; nausea; weight gain

Dosage forms

Tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Roche

Onset Time

1–2 hours

Duration

12–24 hours

Storage instructions

Store at room temperature.

Drug interactions

Calcium channel blockers; Diabetic medications; Digoxin

Age restrictions

Not recommended for children.

Contraindications

asthma; second or third-degree heart block; severe bradycardia; cardiogenic shock

Precautions and warnings

do not stop treatment abruptly; monitor blood glucose levels in diabetic patients; use with caution in peripheral vascular disease

Serious side effects

heart block — requires immediate medical attention; worsening heart failure — requires immediate medical attention; bronchospasm — requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Indicated to manage hypertension and utilized to support heart function in chronic failure.

Mechanism of action

Providing non-selective beta-blockade and alpha-1 receptor blockade, this medication lowers heart rate, reduces cardiac output, and induces vasodilation. This dual mechanism effectively lowers blood pressure and cardiac workload.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Use only if benefit outweighs risk. Breastfeeding: Avoid during treatment.

Coreg

Indicated to manage hypertension and utilized to support heart function in chronic failure.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Carvedilol
  • Listed indication(s): Hypertension, Chronic Heart Failure, Angina Pectoris

Usually available as

  • 360 tablets - 3.125 mg71-3-125-mg-13271
  • 360 tablets - 6.25 mg71-6-25-mg-2545
  • 180 tablets - 12.5 mg71-12-5-mg-2551