Cardivas CR 40mg Tablet
Introduction to Cardivas CR 40mg Tablet
Related Faqs
Does Cardivas make you tired?
Yes, Cardivas may make you tired as well as dizzy. These may occur initially when you start the treatment or when the dose is increased. If you experience these symptoms you should not drive or operate machinery.
Can Cardivas cause kidney failure?
Use of Cardivas in patients with heart failure can rarely lead to deterioration of kidney function. However, Cardivas may cause risk of kidney failure in patients with low blood pressure (systolic blood pressure less than 100 mm Hg), patients with hardening of the arteries and/or having heart disease or already having impaired kidney function. Such patients should be closely monitored during treatment with Cardivas. Although, kidney functions return to baseline when Cardivas is stopped.
What if I take more than the recommended dose of Cardivas?
If you take more than the recommended dose of Cardivas you may experience slow heartbeat, dizziness, fainting, difficulty breathing, vomiting, and loss of consciousness or seizures. Contact your doctor and seek immediate medical help in a nearby hospital.
What happens when you stop taking Cardivas?
Cardivas needs to be taken regularly as directed by your doctor. Suddenly stopping it may cause chest pain or heart attack. Your doctor may slowly lower your dose over a period of time before stopping it completely, if required.
What are the serious side effects of Cardivas?
Cardivas may cause serious side effects such as fainting, shortness of breath, weight gain, swelling of the arms, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs. Some may also experience chest pain, slow or irregular heartbeat, rash, hives, itching, and difficulty in breathing and swallowing. If you experience any of these symptoms call your doctor immediately.
Can a diabetic patient take Cardivas?
Yes, a diabetic patient can take Cardivas, provided that there is a regular check on blood glucose levels. It has been noted that in well controlled diabetes mellitus with mild to moderate hypertension, Cardivas did not have any effect on blood glucose levels. However, it is important to know that, using Cardivas class of medicines (beta blockers) may hide the symptoms of hypoglycemia (decrease in glucose levels), especially increase in heart beat or palpitations. In addition to that, Cardivas may cause worsening of hyperglycaemia (increase in blood glucose levels) in patients with heart failure and diabetes. Hence, it is recommended that blood glucose should be monitored while initiating, adjusting, or discontinuing the dose of Cardivas. Inform the doctor if there is any change in blood glucose levels during Cardivas therapy.
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Cardivas CR 40mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Packaging :
strip of 10 tablet er
Manufacturer :
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries LtdComposition :
Carvedilol (40mg)
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