Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Neocardiab care
Salt Composition
Carvedilol (3.125mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure, heart-related chest pain (angina), and heart failure.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet should be taken with food. You should take it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is important to take it even if you feel well or if your blood pressure is controlled. Do not stop this medicine without talking to the doctor as your condition could get worse. Making some changes in your lifestyle will help in improving your condition. These may include regular exercise, losing weight, smoking cessation, reducing alcohol intake, and reducing the amount of salt in your diet as advised by your doctor. This medicine is tolerated well by most patients but it may have a few side effects. These include dizziness, headache, breathlessness, and tiredness. Let your doctor know if these side effects bother you or do not go away. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know 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. Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet is an alpha and beta blocker. It works by slowing down the heart rate and relaxing blood vessels which makes 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 Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet and inform your doctor if it has not improved. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet as it may make the side effects worse. Do not stop taking Carvefine 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 if I stop taking Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet?
Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet should be taken regularly as directed by your doctor. Stopping it suddenly may cause chest pain or heart attack. Your doctor may gradually lower your dose over a period of time before stopping it completely if necessary.
Does Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet make me tired?
Yes, Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet may cause fatigue and dizziness, especially when starting treatment or increasing the dose. If you experience these symptoms, you should not drive or operate machinery.
Can Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, weight gain is a common side effect of Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet, but it does not occur in everyone. If you are taking Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet for heart failure, inform your doctor if you gain weight or experience difficulty breathing, as this may be a sign of fluid retention.
Can Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet cause kidney failure?
Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet may cause kidney function deterioration in patients with heart failure, low blood pressure, hardening of the arteries, or pre-existing kidney impairment. Patients with these conditions should be closely monitored during treatment. Kidney function typically returns to normal when Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet is stopped.
Can a diabetic patient take Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet?
Yes, a diabetic patient can take Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet, but it is essential to monitor blood glucose levels regularly. Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet may mask the symptoms of hypoglycemia, and in patients with heart failure and diabetes, it may worsen hyperglycemia. Inform your doctor if you experience any changes in blood glucose levels during treatment.
Can I take Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet on an empty stomach?
It is recommended to take Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet with food, as food slows down the absorption of the medicine. This can help reduce the risk of orthostatic hypotension.
What are the serious side effects of Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet?
Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet may cause serious side effects such as fainting, shortness of breath, weight gain, swelling, chest pain, slow or irregular heartbeat, rash, hives, itching, and difficulty breathing and swallowing. If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.
What if I take more than the recommended dose of Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet may cause slow heartbeat, dizziness, fainting, difficulty breathing, vomiting, and loss of consciousness or seizures. Contact your doctor and seek immediate medical attention at a nearby hospital.
Who should not take Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet?
Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet is contraindicated in patients with severe heart failure requiring intensive care, certain intravenous medications, asthma or breathing problems, slow heartbeat or irregular heartbeat, liver problems, and those allergic to Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet.
