What is Carvedilol?
Carvedilol is a non-selective beta blocker, also classified as an alpha-1 adrenergic receptor antagonist. It is used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure. The medication works by relaxing blood vessels to lower blood pressure and reducing heart rate, thus improving symptoms associated with these conditions.
What is Carvedilol used for?
Carvedilol, sold under the brand names Coreg among others, is a medication used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. It belongs to the class of medications known as beta blockers. Carvedilol works by blocking the effects of the hormone epinephrine, also known as adrenaline, and by reducing the heart’s workload.
Carvedilol has been shown to improve survival in patients with heart failure who have a reduced left ventricular ejection fraction. It also helps to reduce symptoms such as shortness of breath and fatigue associated with this condition. In addition, carvedilol is effective in lowering blood pressure and preventing further damage to the cardiovascular system.
As a beta blocker, carvedilol can also be used to treat other conditions such as arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation, and post-myocardial infarction (heart attack) prevention. The medication comes in tablet form and is typically taken orally once or twice daily. Common side effects of carvedilol include dizziness, fatigue, nausea, and cold extremities. It should be used with caution in patients with asthma, bronchitis, and other respiratory conditions.
Carvedilol side effects
- Dizziness
- Lightheadedness
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Muscle cramps
- Weakness
- Back pain
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal discomfort
- Sleep disturbances
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Tired feeling
- Cold sweats
- Flushing of the face
- Wheezing
- Congestive heart failure worsening
- Chest pain or tightness
- Rapid or slow heartbeat
- Palpitations
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