Treating high blood pressure or certain types of heart failure. It may also be used after a heart attack to improve survival in certain patients. It may be used along with other medicines. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Carvedilol is a beta-blocker. It works by relaxing the blood vessels, slowing down the heart, and decreasing the amount of blood it pumps out. This decreases blood pressure, helps the heart pump more efficiently, and reduces the workload on the heart.
Do NOT use Carvedilol if:
you are allergic to any ingredient in Carvedilol
you have moderate to severe heart block, sick sinus syndrome, very slow heartbeat (unless you have a permanent pacemaker), certain types of irregular heartbeat or severe heart failure, or shock caused by serious heart problems
you have asthma or other severe breathing problems
you have severe liver problems
you are taking mibefradil
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Carvedilol :
Some medical conditions may interact with Carvedilol. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances or are taking medicine for allergies
if you have a history of other heart problems (eg, heart failure, slow heartbeat, angina) or low blood pressure
if you have a history of liver or kidney problems, blood vessel disease, blood flow problems (eg, in the legs or feet), lung or breathing problems (eg, chronic bronchitis emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), diabetes, low blood sugar, thyroid problems, or glaucoma
if you have an adrenal gland tumor (pheochromocytoma)
if you will be having surgery
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Carvedilol. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Mibefradil because the risk of serious heart side effects may be increased
Many prescription and nonprescription medicines (eg, used for infections, inflammation, aches and pains, high blood pressure, heart problems, irregular heartbeat, diabetes, depression, mental or mood problems, immune system suppression, allergic reactions, asthma, high cholesterol,
seizures), multivitamin products, and herbal or dietary supplements (eg,
herbal teas, coenzyme Q10, garlic, ginseng, ginkgo, St. John's wort) may
interact with Carvedilol , increasing the risk of side effects
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Carvedilol may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Carvedilol :
Use Carvedilol as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Take Carvedilol by mouth with food.
Take Carvedilol on a regular schedule to get the most benefit from it.
Taking Carvedilol at the same time(s) each day will help you remember to take it.
Continue to use Carvedilol even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
Do not suddenly stop taking Carvedilol. You may have an increased risk of side effects. If you need to stop Carvedilol or add a new medicine, your doctor will gradually lower your dose.
If you miss a dose of Carvedilol , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Carvedilol.
Important safety information:
Carvedilol may cause dizziness, fainting, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Carvedilol with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Carvedilol may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting. These effects may occur within the first hour after you take your dose. They may be more likely when you start taking Carvedilol or if your dose is increased. Alcohol, hot weather, exercise, or fever may increase these effects. To prevent
them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Sit or lie down
at the first sign of any of these effects. Tell your doctor if these
effects occur.
Do NOT take more than the recommended dose without checking with your doctor.
Do not suddenly stop taking Carvedilol. Sharp chest pain, irregular heartbeat, and sometimes heart attack may occur if you suddenly stop Carvedilol. The risk may be greater if you have certain types of heart disease. Your doctor should slowly lower your dose over several weeks if you need to
stop taking it. This should be done even if you only take Carvedilol for
high blood pressure. Heart disease is common and you may not know you have
it. Limit physical activity while you are lowering your dose. If new or
worsened chest pain or other heart problems occur, contact your doctor
right away. You may need to start taking Carvedilol again.
Patients who take medicine for high blood pressure often feel tired or run down for a few weeks after starting treatment. Be sure to take your medicine even if you may not feel "normal." Tell your doctor if you develop any new symptoms.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Carvedilol before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
If you have a history of any severe allergic reaction, talk with your doctor. You may be at risk for an even more severe allergic reaction if you come into contact with the substance that caused your allergy. Some medicines used to treat severe allergies may also not work as well while you are using Carvedilol
.
Diabetes patients - Carvedilol may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
Diabetes patients - Carvedilol may hide signs of low blood sugar, such as a rapid heartbeat. Be sure to watch for other signs of low blood sugar. Low blood sugar may make you anxious, sweaty, weak, dizzy, drowsy, or faint. It may also make your vision change; give you a headache, chills, or tremors; or
make you more hungry. Check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor
before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine.
Lab tests, including blood pressure and heart function, may be performed while you use Carvedilol. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Carvedilol with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially dizziness.
Carvedilol should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 18 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Carvedilol while you are pregnant. It is not known if Carvedilol is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Carvedilol.
Possible side effects of Carvedilol :
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Diarrhea; dizziness; dry eyes; headache; fatigue; lightheadedness; nausea; numbness or tingling of the hands or feet; vomiting; weakness.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); change in the amount of urine produced; chest pain; disorientation; fainting; fever; irregular or unusually slow heartbeat; persistent or severe vision changes; severe dizziness; shortness of breath; sudden unusual weight gain; swelling of
the hands, ankles, or feet; unusual bruising or bleeding.
What is the shelf life of the pills?
The expiry date is mentioned on each blister. It is different for different batches. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture and would differ from batch to batch depending on when they were manufactured.
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Will suboxone relieve pain ?
I have been taking opiod pain killers for almost 10 years. I never abused it though, I always took one pill every 4-6 hours no more than 4 a day. I started to realize 2 years ago that I was abusing it when moderate pain killers such as loratab vicodin ect. was no longer available and all I could find was morphine. It didn't take long before i knew I had a problem so I quit cold turkey. It was hell but I stopped and survived on aleive and sometimes my doctor would give me tramadol. But then I broke my feet and later had to have surgery and I was prescribed vicodin for a few months. Now I am buying them again illegally and I want my pain to be treated by a doctor but I can't afford the imaging that needs to be done and the visits to pain management. So if I go on suboxone and take alieve will that at least leave me comfortable and productive?
Why husband masturbates instead of having sex with wife?
Ok, so my husband has not had sex with me for a long time. When he does, he doesn't seem to enjoy it. Supposedly he can't have an erection so he uses Cialis or Viagra in order to have sex with me so whenever I show some initiative he rejects me and says he can't do it. He is 45 and currently under a lot of stress. My sexual frustration leads to arguments so he says he doesn't feel "sexy". But he admits he masturbates and I think he does it regularly. I haven't seen him do it so have no idea what turns him on cause he won't tell me anything. Moreover, he never climaxed in my presence and he doesn't like talking about this. When I ask him about having children, his standards answer is "It's not the right time now. I love you and we'll figure something out." What's going on? How can I find out the truth? This situation drives me crazy. Perhaps we should go to a doctor? What kind of doctor? Any ideas?
erection problems (?) at 19?
hey everyone, I want some opinions on the (possible?) issue I am facing.. I became sexually active about 4 months ago. me and my girlfriend are both 19. when we began I was taking finasteride (propecia) prescribed by my dermatologist for preventing the hereditary hairloss that seems to start with all the guys in my family around this age. the first time we had sex I noticed I wasn't as hard as I've been before. and after we had sex once I was just hard enough to have sex a second time. I emailed a doctor online and he said to discontinue use of propecia. so I did. after that I was able to go twice without a problem. my only concern is the refractory period between. I hear the average for guys my age is 15 mins...
I usually take about 45 mins before I can get hard again.
and if I ever go a third time we end up waiting an hour or more... I have emailed a few doctors the same thing... well, maybe a little more in depth. and 2 said it's normal, 1 said to go to a urologist because it's abnormal..... anyone have any advice? anyone have the same problem? thanks everyone!
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Voting Question: Tramadol makes me SICK why?
I have been under the care of a pain dr for over 2 years . He prescribes me tramadol 100mgs two times a day. He also prescribes me darvocet twice a day. After 7 months on this regimin i can't handle it anymore. The darvocet doesn't help at all anymore. The tramadol though doesn't help my pain but makes me have this feeling like there is a rubberband around my head and like a brain freeze in the sinus area and makes my hearing fuzzy like i am under water. I stopped taking it after it started doing this to me a month ago. My dr won't change it but has anyone else had this? Does ANYONE KNOW WHAT I am talking about? Why does this happen?
Should a 12 Step Recovery Bible teacher stop teaching if she abused her medication?
I have been teaching for 3 years as a 12 Step Recovery Bible Study Teacher to alcoholics and addicts. I have not used my DOC for almost 3 years. I have chronic pain and took a pain medication prescribed to me by my Dr. (tramadol which was suppose to be safe for addicts). It turned out to be addcitive and did not work as well as it use to. I had to take more. I also wanted to be able to do the things that would make others, my family, employer and students proud of me. I was finally able to work after 7 years of being unemployed. I realized I was addicted and found a dr. who detoxed me and I did it in 2 weeks. I've been clean for 3 weeks but have a very low self esteem. I have always tried to help the relapsers and have always had a heart for the broken. I go to AA mtgs and some people can be rather brutal to relapsers. I especially feel like a hypocrite in my position. How can I talk about what Jesus can do for them if I took those pills? I was unaware of the danger at first. I also told on myself so others would know how dangerous and addictive tramadol is. There are members in our support- group that really want me to keep teaching, and I am grateful. But I feel guilt-ridden and that everyone at AA is judging me when I approach people to come to our Bible Study.
P.S. My group is not regulated by any group, only God, my conscience and group members. Should I feel uncomfortable asking people to join our group? Do I have to explain about my sobriety time? that is one thing at my group I said people did not have to say when they wanted to share. We never discussed time. BTW, I started this group 3 years ago at 3 months sober. I have a Master's in teaching and just have a nack for learning I guess but have never made myself better than anyone else. Yet, I feel I lost credibility so bad. I know I'm saved by Grace and not by works. I'm hoping I can get over my self-doubt. I know God wants us to depend on Him and not ourselves. Depressed. I know telling on myself was the right thing to do, it's just living it now that is hard.
Do doctors who prescribe Viagra to older men inform them that in order to perform sexually...?
that their 'ticker" (hearts) have to be in good shape? I believe that Viagra helps to increase blood flow to the penis in order to have a sustained erection however, a healthy heart have to produce and sustain the increased blood flow to the penis. Those with pacemakers they may have to double battery capacity of their pacemakers to sustain increased demands.
What does one do if he has erection longer than four hours? Does Viagra allow men to do non-stop intercourse while their penises are still erected?
how can we stop balding?
can we stop balding using medicines..lik minoxidil and finasteride..pls anser
when does reactive arthritis cross the line into rhuematiod arthritis?
i was diagnosed with reactive arthritis back in febuary, this diagnosis was basically the doc presuming i have reactive arthritis due to the fact i had a a stomach bug a couple of weeks before. i have had chronic swelling and pain in my joints ever since (just over 6 months now). i am on sulfasalazine (2grams split into 2 daily doses), omeprazol and in the past week i have moved from diclofenac to naproxen (1 gram a day split into 2 doese), although i have seen a slight improvement in the swelling, the pain is still a killer! i have also noticed that my toes on one foot have now curled up (hammer toes) and my big toe now has a bunion. i saw a foot specialist last week and she said there is a possibility i might now have rhuematiod arthritis!! this was a serious bomb shell as i thought the reactive arthritis was going to be temporary and that i would eventually recover. what i want to know is how does reactive arthritis turn into rhuematiod arthritis, and how the hell can i stop it from happening! i am a keen runner and this has basically ended my running now and i am desperate to get back to it! if anyone has any advice of drugs that might help or any advice at all i would love to hear it. so far i have tried, prednisol, ibuprofen, diclofenac, sulfasalazine, naproxen, arcoxyia, cocodamol, tramadol and i think thats it so far, im also pumping my body with cod liver oil daily. all to no avail so far. i am living out in germany at the mo and all the docs i see are german so the language barrier is a serious set back! many thanks.
hi thanks for the reply, i have been tested for gout and it has come back fine, what i find difficult to understand is~ how long reactive arthritis can last before the arthritis is then deemed to be something more long term, eg. rheumatoid, and secondly, what key features then change the diagnosis to rheumatoid and not just symptoms of prolonged reactive arthritis. hope this makes sense, its difficult to find the right words to vent my frustration with this problem!
Poetry... rate rate rate. POINTS?
Pop that pill, make me ill, fix me up, take the keys and lock it up. its a trap. but my injured brain can take it all. adderall.... tramadol. MAKE IT POWDER, in it goes.
up my nose, through my lungs. EUPHORIA, the best feeling. but i'm fleeing. hide my face from ****** while i'm reading. if its him i disappoint then whats the point?
if it wasn't for him, my life would have been taken by this knife.