Carvix 3.125 Tablet
Manufacturer
Mendcure Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Carvedilol (3.125mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Carvix 3.125 Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure, heart-related chest pain (angina), and heart failure.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Carvix 3.125 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. Carvix 3.125 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Carvix 3.125 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 Carvix 3.125 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 Carvix 3.125 Tablet as it may make the side effects worse. Do not stop taking Carvix 3.125 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 Carvix 3.125 Tablet?
It is important to continue taking Carvix 3.125 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Stopping abruptly may cause chest pain or heart attack. Your doctor may slowly lower your dose over time before stopping it completely if required.
Does Carvix 3.125 Tablet make you tired?
Yes, Carvix 3.125 Tablet may cause fatigue and dizziness. These can occur initially when starting treatment or after dose increase. You should avoid driving or operating machinery if you experience these symptoms.
Can Carvix 3.125 Tablet cause weight gain?
Yes, weight gain is a common side effect of Carvix 3.125 Tablet. However, this doesn't occur in everyone. If you are concerned about weight gain, it is important to speak with your doctor.
Can Carvix 3.125 Tablet cause kidney failure?
Use of Carvix 3.125 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 low blood pressure (systolic blood pressure less than 100 mm Hg), hardening of the arteries and/or pre-existing heart disease, or existing impaired kidney function. Close monitoring is required for these patients. If you experience any symptoms of kidney dysfunction, such as changes in urine output or a persistent feeling of fullness in your abdomen, consult your doctor immediately.
Can a diabetic patient take Carvix 3.125 Tablet?
Yes, diabetic patients can take Carvix 3.125 Tablet under regular blood glucose monitoring as long as there are no issues with blood sugar control, especially in well-controlled diabetes mellitus with mild to moderate hypertension. However, you should monitor blood glucose levels closely when starting, adjusting, or discontinuing the medication due to the potential for hypoglycemia (decrease in blood glucose levels) masking symptoms like increased heartbeat or palpitations. Additionally, Carvix 3.125 Tablet may worsen hyperglycemia (increase in blood glucose levels) in patients with heart failure and diabetes. It is recommended that you consult your doctor before initiating or making changes to the dose of Carvix 3.125 Tablet.
Can I take Carvix 3.125 Tablet on an empty stomach?
It is advisable to take Carvix 3.125 Tablet with food as it decreases the rate of absorption by the body and reduces the risk of orthostatic hypotension (low blood pressure which may cause dizziness or fainting when you stand up).
What are the serious side effects of Carvix 3.125 Tablet?
Serious side effects include fainting, shortness of breath, weight gain, swelling of the arms, hands, feet, ankles or lower legs. Some may also experience chest pain, slow or irregular heartbeat, rash, hives, itching, and difficulty in breathing and swallowing. If you experience any of these symptoms, call your doctor immediately.
What if I take more than the recommended dose of Carvix 3.125 Tablet?
Taking more than the recommended dose may cause slow heartbeat, dizziness, fainting, difficulty breathing, vomiting, and loss of consciousness or seizures. It is important to seek immediate medical help from your doctor or call emergency services.
Who should not take Carvix 3.125 Tablet?
Carvix 3.125 Tablet should be avoided if you have severe heart failure and are hospitalized in the intensive care unit, require intravenous medications that support circulation (inotropic medications), or have pre-existing asthma, breathing problems, slow heartbeat or irregular heartbeat, liver problems or a known allergy to Carvix 3.125 Tablet.
