Carvadil 5mg Tablet
Introduction to Carvadil 5mg Tablet
Related Faqs
Can a diabetic patient take Cave?
Yes, a diabetic patient can take Cave, 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, Cave did not have any effect on blood glucose levels. However, it is important to know that, using Cave 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, Cave 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 Cave. Inform the doctor if there is any change in blood glucose levels during Cave therapy.
Who should not take Carvadil?
Carvadil should be avoided if the patient has severe heart failure and is hospitalized in the intensive care unit or require certain intravenous medications that help support circulation (inotropic medications). In addition to that, Carvadil should be avoided in patients who are prone to asthma or other breathing problems, have a slow heartbeat or irregular heartbeat (heart that skips a beat), have liver problems, and are allergic to Carvadil.
Can Carvadil cause kidney failure?
Use of Carvadil in patients with heart failure can rarely lead to deterioration of kidney function. However, Carvadil 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 Carvadil. Although, kidney functions return to baseline when Carvadil is stopped.
What are the serious side effects of Carvadil?
Carvadil 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.
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Carvadil 5mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Packaging :
strip of 10 tablets
Manufacturer :
Uni LabsComposition :
Carvedilol (5mg)