Coreg

Generic Name: Carvedilol
US Brand Name: Coreg
Other Brand/Trade Names: Carvedilol is sold under many brand names worldwide, including: Dilatrend, Eucardic.

Uses

Carvedilol is used for treating of heart failure, hypertension (high blood pressure) and also to treat or prevent heart attack.

Active Ingredients: carvedilol
Inactive Ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, hypromellose, lactose, magnesium stearate, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, povidone, sucrose, and titanium dioxide.

Dosage and Forms

Carvedilol can be found in form of pills or extended-release capsules.
Carvedilol should be taken with food according to the schedule prescribed by a doctor. The pill can be chewed or crushed if it’s swallowing is troublesome.
Symptoms of Carvedilol overdose may include the following: breathing difficulties, loss of consciousness, seizures, heart problems, slow heartbeat, very low blood pressure, or vomiting. If the overdose is suspected contact your doctor or emergency room immediately.

Contraindications and Precautions

Carvedilol should be avoided by patients who have asthma, serious heart conditions, liver disease or if it causes an allergic reaction.

Side Effects

Carvedilol may cause the following side effects: anemia, back pain, bronchitis, cough, diarrhea, dizziness, fainting, fatigue, fluid in the lungs, headache, increased blood sugar levels, increased cholesterol, joint pain, low blood pressure, nausea, pain, shortness of breath, sinus problems, slow heartbeat, swelling, upper respiratory infection, vision changes, vomiting, weakness, weight gain, or wheezing.

Interactions

Carvedilol should be avoided to be taken along with the following: calcium channel blockers, cimetidine, clonidine, cyclosporine, diabetes pills, rezulin, digoxin; fluoxetine, insulin, paroxetine, propafenone, quinidine, reserpine, rifampin; drugs classified as MAO inhibitors, including the antidepressants.