Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Syntonic Lifesciences
Salt Composition
Carvedilol (3.125mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet is used to treat high blood pressure, heart-related chest pain (angina), and heart failure by relaxing blood vessels.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet should be taken with food and in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is important to continue taking it even if you feel well or if your blood pressure is controlled. Do not stop this medicine without consulting your doctor as your condition could worsen. Lifestyle changes such as regular exercise, losing weight, smoking cessation, reducing alcohol intake, and reducing salt in your diet can help improve your condition. Common side effects include dizziness, headache, breathlessness, and tiredness. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist. Inform your doctor if you have any heart or kidney diseases. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet is an alpha and beta blocker. It works by slowing down the heart rate and relaxing blood vessels, making the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
Quick Tips
It should be taken with food. Check your blood pressure 1 week after starting Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet and inform your doctor if it has not improved. Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet as it may make the side effects worse. Do not stop taking Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
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Frequently asked questions
What happens when you stop taking Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet?
Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet should be taken regularly as directed by your doctor. Suddenly stopping it may cause chest pain or heart attack. Your doctor may slowly lower your dose over a period of time before stopping it completely if required.
Does Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet make you tired?
Yes, Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet may make you feel tired and dizzy. These symptoms may occur initially when you start the treatment or when the dose is increased. If you experience these symptoms you should not drive or operate machinery.
Can Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, weight gain is a common side effect of Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet. However, it does not occur in everyone. If you are taking Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet for heart failure, tell your doctor if you gain weight or have trouble breathing as this may be a sign of fluid retention.
Can Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet cause kidney failure?
While using Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet in patients with heart failure can rarely lead to deterioration of kidney function, it can cause a risk of kidney failure in people who already have low blood pressure (systolic blood pressure less than 100 mm Hg), hardening of the arteries and/or are dealing with pre-existing heart disease. These patients should be closely monitored during treatment with Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet. Although, kidney functions return to baseline when Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet is stopped.
Can a diabetic patient take Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet?
Yes, a diabetic patient can take Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet as long as they have regular blood glucose checks. It has been noted that in well-controlled diabetes mellitus with mild to moderate hypertension, Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet did not significantly affect blood glucose levels. However, using this class of medication (beta-blockers) may hide the symptoms of hypoglycemia (decrease in glucose levels). Additionally, it can worsen hyperglycemia (increase in blood glucose levels) in patients with heart failure and diabetes. It is therefore crucial to monitor blood glucose levels during treatment initiation, adjustment, and discontinuation of Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if there are any changes in blood glucose levels during therapy.
Can I take Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet empty stomach?
It is recommended that you take Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet with food to reduce the rate at which it gets absorbed by your body and reduce the risk of orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure that may cause dizziness or fainting when standing up).
What are the serious side effects of Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet?
Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet can cause serious side effects like fainting, shortness of breath, weight gain, swelling in arms, hands, feet, ankles or lower legs. Some people may also experience chest pain, slow or irregular heartbeat, rash, hives, itching, and difficulty breathing or swallowing. If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.
If I take more than the recommended dose of Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet?
Taking a higher dose of Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet can lead to symptoms such as slow heartbeat, dizziness, fainting, difficulty breathing, vomiting and loss of consciousness or seizures. Contact your doctor immediately for medical help at a nearby hospital.
Who should not take Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet?
Avoid Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet if you have severe heart failure and are hospitalized in the intensive care unit or require certain intravenous medications that help support circulation (inotropic medications). Also, avoid it if you're prone to asthma or other breathing problems, have a slow heartbeat or irregular heartbeat, suffer from liver disease, or are allergic to Bocarlol 3.125mg Tablet.
