Carvedilol 25mg Tablets 28`s
KSh 650.00
Carvedilol tablets are prescribed for high blood pressure and heart failure. They work by reducing the heart’s workload and lowering blood pressure. The tablets come in four strengths: 3.125mg, 6.25mg, 12.5mg, and 25mg. Key Ingredient: Carvedilol.
Anti-Hypertensives
Suggested Use
Indications:
- Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension),
- Management of heart failure, and
- Reduction of the risk of death following a heart attack in patients with a history of heart disease.
Dosage varies depending on the condition being treated and the patient’s response to the medication.
Warning
- Carvedilol can cause a significant drop in blood pressure and slow heart rate, especially after the first dose or when the dosage is increased. Close monitoring is important, as it may worsen symptoms initially in heart failure patients.
- Regular liver function checks are necessary, and diabetic patients should monitor their blood sugar levels closely.
- Patients with asthma or bronchospastic disease should avoid Carvedilol.
- Surgeons should be informed of its use due to potential interactions with anaesthetics.
- Possible side effects include dizziness, fatigue, low blood pressure, slow heart rate, weight gain, and increased blood sugar levels in diabetics.
- Consult a healthcare professional before starting or adjusting the dosage of Carvedilol, and regular monitoring of blood pressure, heart rate, and overall health is crucial for safety and effectiveness.