Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Remedy Life Sciences India Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Carvedilol (12.5mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure, heart-related chest pain (angina), and heart failure.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Carvicare 12.5mg 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. Carvicare 12.5mg 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 Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet.
Breastfeeding Warning
Carvicare 12.5mg 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
Carvicare 12.5mg 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
Carvicare 12.5mg 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 Carvicare 12.5mg 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 Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet as it may make the side effects worse. Do not stop taking Carvicare 12.5mg 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 Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet?
Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet should be taken regularly as prescribed by your doctor. Stopping it suddenly may lead to chest pain or heart attack. Your doctor may gradually decrease your dose before stopping the medication entirely, if needed.
Does Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet make you tired?
Yes, Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet can cause tiredness and dizziness. These symptoms might occur initially when starting the treatment or if your dose is increased. If you experience these symptoms, do not drive or operate machinery.
Can Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, weight gain is a common side effect of Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet, but it does not affect everyone. If you are taking Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet for heart failure, inform your doctor if you experience weight gain or difficulty breathing, as these could be signs of fluid retention.
Can Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet cause kidney failure?
Using Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet in patients with heart failure may rarely lead to a worsening of kidney function. However, the medication may increase the risk of kidney failure for patients with low blood pressure (systolic blood pressure less than 100 mm Hg), those with hardening of the arteries and/or heart disease, or who already have impaired kidney function. These patients should be closely monitored during treatment with Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet. While kidney functions usually return to baseline after stopping Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet.
Can a diabetic patient take Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet?
Yes, a diabetic patient can take Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet as long as their blood glucose levels are regularly monitored. It has been noted that in well-controlled diabetes mellitus with mild to moderate hypertension, Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet did not have any significant effect on blood glucose levels. However, it is important to note that using this type of medication (beta-blockers) can hide the symptoms of hypoglycemia (decrease in glucose levels), particularly an increase in heartbeat or palpitations. Additionally, Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet may worsen hyperglycemia (increase in blood glucose levels) in patients with heart failure and diabetes. Therefore, it is recommended that blood glucose be monitored during the initiation, adjustments, or discontinuation of the dose of Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if there are any changes in your blood glucose level while taking Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet.
Can I take Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet on an empty stomach?
It is recommended to take Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet with food as this helps slow the rate at which the medication gets absorbed, reducing the risk of orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure that can cause dizziness or fainting when you stand up).
What are the serious side effects of Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet?
Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet may cause serious side effects such as fainting, shortness of breath, weight gain, swelling in the 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 and seek medical help from a nearby hospital.
Who should not take Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet?
Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet should be avoided by patients with severe heart failure who are hospitalized in the intensive care unit or require certain intravenous medications that support circulation (inotropic medications). Additionally, avoid taking this medication if you have a history of asthma or other breathing problems, slow heartbeat or an irregular heartbeat, liver problems, and are allergic to Carvicare 12.5mg Tablet.
