Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet
Manufacturer
Johnlee Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Carvedilol (12.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure, heart-related chest pain (angina), and heart failure.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Carvejohn 12.5 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. Carvejohn 12.5 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 Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Carvejohn 12.5 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
Carvejohn 12.5 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
Carvejohn 12.5 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 Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet and inform your doctor if it has not improved. Carvejohn 12.5 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 Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet as it may make the side effects worse. Do not stop taking Carvejohn 12.5 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 Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet?
Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet should be taken regularly as directed by your healthcare provider. Suddenly stopping it may lead to chest pain or a heart attack. Your doctor may gradually lower your dose over time before stopping it completely if necessary.
Does Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet make you tired?
Yes, Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet can cause tiredness and dizziness. This may occur initially when starting treatment or when the dose is increased. If these symptoms occur, do not drive or operate machinery.
Can Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, weight gain is a common side effect of Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet but it does not happen in everyone. If you are taking Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet for heart failure, notify your doctor if you experience increased weight or difficulty breathing, as these could be signs of fluid retention.
Can Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet cause kidney failure?
Using Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet in patients with heart failure can rarely lead to deterioration of kidney function. However, it may increase the risk of kidney failure in individuals with pre-existing low blood pressure (systolic blood pressure below 100 mm Hg), hardening of the arteries and/or heart disease, or impaired kidney function. Such patients should be closely monitored during treatment with Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet. It is important to note that kidney function usually returns to normal after stopping Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet.
Can a diabetic patient take Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet?
Yes, a diabetic patient can take Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet under regular blood glucose monitoring. It is generally not associated with significant impact on blood glucose levels in well-controlled diabetes mellitus with mild to moderate hypertension, but it's essential to monitor carefully as some medications may hide symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) like increased heartbeat or palpitations.
Can I take Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet on an empty stomach?
It is recommended that you take Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet with food as this helps to slow the absorption rate of the medicine, reducing the risk of orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure leading to dizziness or fainting when standing)..
What are the serious side effects of Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet?
Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet may cause serious side effects, including: fainting, shortness of breath, weight gain, swelling in your arms, hands, feet, ankles or lower legs. You might also experience 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 Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet can lead to a slow heartbeat, dizziness, fainting, difficulty breathing, vomiting and loss of consciousness or seizures. Contact your doctor immediately and seek urgent medical attention in a nearby hospital.
Who should not take Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet?
Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet should be avoided if the patient has severe heart failure, is hospitalized in the intensive care unit or requires certain intravenous medications that support circulation (inotropic medications). Additionally, it should be avoided in those prone to asthma or breathing problems, have a slow heartbeat or irregular heartbeat, liver problems, and are allergic to Carvejohn 12.5 Tablet.
