Coreg
Carvedilol tablets for heart failure and high blood pressure. It blocks both beta and alpha receptors, which is unusual for a single medicine.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.125mg | 30 tablets | $70.00 | $2.33 |
| 3.125mg | 60 tablets | $85.00 | $1.42 |
| 3.125mg | 90 tablets | $113.00 | $1.26 |
| 3.125mg | 120 tablets | $132.00 | $1.10 |
| 3.125mg | 180 tablets | $168.00 | $0.93 |
| 3.125mg | 360 tablets | $310.00 | $0.86 |
| 6.25mg | 30 tablets | $70.00 | $2.33 |
| 6.25mg | 60 tablets | $85.00 | $1.42 |
| 6.25mg | 90 tablets | $109.00 | $1.21 |
| 6.25mg | 120 tablets | $128.00 | $1.07 |
| 6.25mg | 180 tablets | $166.00 | $0.92 |
| 6.25mg | 360 tablets | $305.00 | $0.85 |
| 12.5mg | 30 tablets | $78.00 | $2.60 |
| 12.5mg | 60 tablets | $94.00 | $1.57 |
| 12.5mg | 90 tablets | $116.00 | $1.29 |
| 12.5mg | 120 tablets | $137.00 | $1.14 |
| 12.5mg | 180 tablets | $192.00 | $1.07 |
| 12.5mg | 360 tablets | $361.00 | $1.00 |
| 25mg | 30 tablets | $84.00 | $2.80 |
| 25mg | 60 tablets | $140.00 | $2.33 |
| 25mg | 90 tablets | $196.00 | $2.18 |
| 25mg | 120 tablets | $251.00 | $2.09 |
| 25mg | 180 tablets | $360.00 | $2.00 |
| 25mg | 270 tablets | $526.00 | $1.95 |
| 25mg | 360 tablets | $693.00 | $1.93 |
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Carvedilol
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 3.125mg · 6.25mg · 12.5mg · 25mg
Coreg is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Coreg on your behalf.
- 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
- 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.
FAQ
Will I receive the original Coreg?
No. Coreg is the original brand, made by GlaxoSmithKline, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (carvedilol) at the strength you choose. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
How is Coreg priced?
It depends on the strength and pack. Coreg comes in 3.125mg, 6.25mg, 12.5mg and 25mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →What are the brand names for carvedilol in South Africa?
In South Africa, carvedilol is also sold under brand names such as Carloc and Carvetrend.
What is Coreg used for?
Coreg contains carvedilol, used for heart failure, hypertension and left ventricular dysfunction.
How quickly does Coreg work?
Carvedilol usually starts to work within 1 hour, and its effect lasts about 12 hours. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
What side effects can Coreg cause?
The common side effects of carvedilol are dizziness, fatigue and headache. Less common ones include hyperglycaemia, peripheral oedema and bradycardia. Serious but less common side effects include bronchospasm and severe cardiogenic shock, which need urgent medical attention.
Which medicines interact with Coreg?
Carvedilol can interact with digoxin, insulin and calcium channel blockers. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Coreg.
Is Coreg available over the counter in South Africa?
Online, yes: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Coreg. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I buy Coreg online in South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
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.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.