Expert Advice :
It should be taken with food. Check your blood pressure 1 week after starting Carvedilol, and inform your doctor if it has not improved. Carvedilol may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Carvedilol as it may make the side effects worse. Do not stop taking Carvedilol suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Side Effects :
Fatigue, Dizziness, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Diarrhea, Increased glucose level in blood, Weight gain, Slow heart rate, Weakness, Nausea
How it works :
Carvedilol is an alpha and beta blocker. It works by slowing down the heart rate and relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.
Uses / Indications :
Carvedilol is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain) and Heart failure.
