Cardivas 12.5mgTablet (Carvedilol 12.5mg)
Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet is an antihypertensive medication that is used to lower the blood pressure and also to treat heart failure. This medicine is not recommended for use in children.
Substitutes
List of substitutes for Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet
Cardipure 12.5 MG Tablet
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Carloc 12.5 MG Tablet
Cipla Ltd.
Carvidex 12.5 MG Tablet
Dr. Reddys Laboratories Ltd.
Carvipress 12.5 MG Tablet
Micro Labs Ltd.
Carzec 12.5 MG Tablet
Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet
Dizziness
Difficulty in breathing
Weight gain
Swelling of ankles or feet
Cough
Headache
Increased sweating
Back pain
Diarrhea
Unusual tiredness and weakness
Loss of strength
Nausea and Vomiting
Cold hands or feet
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Uses of Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Hypertension
This medicine is used for the treatment of hypertension which is an increase in the blood pressure caused by genetic and environmental factors.
Congestive Heart Failure
This medicine is used for the treatment of congestive heart failure, which is a type of heart disease, characterized by thickening of the walls of the left ventricle and reduced blood circulation to the body.
Left Ventricular Dysfunction
This medicine is used in the treatment of left ventricular dysfunction, which is a type of heart disease that lowers the pumping capacity of the heart.
When not to use?
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to carvedilol, other beta-blockers, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Lung diseases
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from lung diseases like asthma, bronchospasm, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Heart block greater than first degree
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with second or third-degree heart block due to the risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Severe bradycardia
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe bradycardia (slow heart rate than normal) due to the increased risk of worsening the patient’s condition.
Cardiogenic shock
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with cardiogenic shock due to the increased risk of worsening the patient’s condition.
Severe liver impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver impairment due to the increased risk of worsening the patient’s condition.
Warnings
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Major surgery
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients who are scheduled for major surgery. An anesthetic agent with little negative inotropic activity should be selected to minimize the effect on the heart.
Sports
It is advised to not indulge in certain sports while consuming this medicine. Archery, racing, shooting and other high-risk sports should be avoided. Sportspersons should refer to the list of banned medicines published by the World Anti-Doping Agency while participating in specific sports events.
Pheochromocytoma
This medicine should be administered with extreme caution in patients suffering from pheochromocytoma (adrenal gland tumor) due to the risk of adverse effects. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Use in children
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Driving or operating machinery
This medicine may cause blurred vision or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.
Dosage
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine
Prednisolone
Formoterol
Verapamil
Glimepiride
Glipizide
Arformoterol
Methylprednisolone
Disease interactions
Asthma
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a history of bronchial asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease since it may worsen the patient’s condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be done under your doctor’s supervision.
Psoriasis
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from psoriasis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Glaucoma
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from glaucoma due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Diabetes
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with diabetes mellitus due to the increased risk of altered blood glucose levels. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is advised for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from mild to moderate liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition. It is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver impairment.
Hyperlipidemia
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with hyperlipidemia due to the increased risk of altered lipid levels in the body. Regular monitoring of lipid profiles, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Kidney Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
General Instructions
Take this medicine exactly as instructed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of any severe side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
