Coreg

Carvedilol tablets for heart failure and high blood pressure. It blocks both beta and alpha receptors, which is unusual for a single medicine.

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Coreg is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.

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Coreg details

Conditions: Heart Failure · Hypertension · Left Ventricular Dysfunction
Alternative names: carvedilol
Therapeutic class: Non-Selective Beta-Blocker, Alpha-1 Blocker
Pharmacological class: Antihypertensive
Contraindications: asthma; uncompensated heart failure requiring IV inotropes; severe bradycardia
Minor side effects: dizziness; fatigue; headache
Moderate side effects: hyperglycaemia; peripheral oedema; bradycardia
Dosage forms: Tablet
Administration route: Oral use
Supply category: Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator: GlaxoSmithKline
Onset Time: 1 hour
Duration: 12 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions: Digoxin; Insulin; Calcium Channel Blockers
Age restrictions: Approved for adults.

Serious side effects

bronchospasm, requires immediate medical attention; severe cardiogenic shock, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

Carvedilol tablets for heart failure and high blood pressure. It blocks both beta and alpha receptors, which is unusual for a single medicine.

Mechanism of action

Combines non-selective beta-blockade to reduce heart rate with alpha-1 blockade to induce vasodilatory effects.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Use if potential benefits justify risks. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.

Coreg names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.

A generic containing Carvedilol at the strength you pick.
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