Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Finecure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Acarbose Chlorpropamide Glibenclamide Gliclazide
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. Carvefine 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 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 when you stop taking Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet?
Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet needs to be taken regularly as directed by your doctor. Stopping it suddenly can 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 Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet make you tired?
Yes, Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet can cause tiredness and dizziness. These may occur initially when starting treatment or increasing the dose. If experiencing these symptoms, do 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 affect everyone. If you are taking Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet for heart failure, tell your doctor if you experience weight gain or trouble breathing, as this may be a sign of fluid retention.
Can Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet cause kidney failure?
Use of Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet in patients with heart failure can rarely lead to deterioration of kidney function. However, Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet may increase the risk of kidney failure in those with low blood pressure (systolic blood pressure less than 100 mm Hg), hardening of arteries and/or existing heart disease, or pre-existing impaired kidney function. These patients should be closely monitored during treatment with Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet. However, kidney functions return to baseline 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 under regular blood glucose monitoring as long as the diabetes is well-controlled with mild to moderate hypertension. Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet has no effect on blood glucose in well-controlled diabetes mellitus. However, it's important to note that using beta-blockers can hide symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), such as increased heartbeat or palpitations. Additionally, Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet may worsen hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) in patients with heart failure and diabetes. Therefore, it is recommended to monitor blood glucose levels while starting, adjusting, or discontinuing the dose of Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet. Inform your doctor about any changes in blood glucose levels during therapy.
Can I take Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet on an empty stomach?
It is recommended that you take Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet with food as it helps to reduce the rate of medicine absorption by the body, potentially minimizing orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure which may cause dizziness or fainting when you stand up).
What are the serious side effects of Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet?
Serious side effects of Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet can include fainting, shortness of breath, weight gain, swelling in arms, hands, feet, ankles or lower legs. Some may also experience chest pain, slow or irregular heartbeat, difficulty breathing, vomiting, and loss of consciousness or seizures.
If I take more than the recommended dose of Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet?
Taking a higher than recommended dose of Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet can lead to slow heartbeat, dizziness, fainting, difficulty breathing, vomiting and potential loss of consciousness or seizures. Seek immediate medical help at a nearby hospital by contacting your doctor.
Who should not take Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet?
Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet must be avoided in patients with severe heart failure, hospitalized in the intensive care unit or requiring certain intravenous medications that support circulation (inotropic medications). Additionally, it's crucial to avoid Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet in patients who are prone to asthma or breathing problems, have a slow heartbeat or irregular heartbeat, have liver problems, and are allergic to Carvefine 3.125mg Tablet.
