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Composition :

CARVEDILOL-25MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., SUN HOUSE, CTS No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
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FAQs

Cardivas 25 Tablet contains Carvedilol that works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body. This lowers the blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, a heart attack or other heart problems in the future.

You are recommended to avoid sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium-rich foods with Cardivas 25 Tablet as they may reduce the effect of Cardivas 25 Tablet . Also, avoid intake of grapefruit juice with Cardivas 25 Tablet as it may increase the levels of Cardivas 25 Tablet in blood and cause adverse effects.

Cardivas 25 Tablet may cause dry eyes in some patients. It is not necessary for everyone taking Cardivas 25 Tablet to experience this side effect. Therefore, inform your doctor if you wear contact lenses before taking Cardivas 25 Tablet .

You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Cardivas 25 Tablet as it may cause Cardivas 25 Tablet overdose resulting in symptoms such as dizziness, fits, fainting, weakness, bluish-coloured fingernails, uneven heartbeats and shortness of breath. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Cardivas 25 Tablet , please consult a doctor immediately.

You are not recommended to take Cardivas 25 Tablet with amlodipine as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of low blood pressure and low heart rate resulting in symptoms such as light-headedness, dizziness, changes in heartbeat or pulse, fainting or headache. However, if you experience any of these symptoms, please consult a doctor immediately. If you are supposed to use these medicines together, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dose may be adjusted to use safely.

No, do not stop using Cardivas 25 Tablet without consulting your doctor even if you find symptomatic relief as discontinuing suddenly may cause chest pain or a heart attack. Therefore, take Cardivas 25 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while using Cardivas 25 Tablet , please consult your doctor.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Cardivas 25 Tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness or headache.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Cardivas 25 Tablet is a Category C pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Cardivas 25 Tablet is excreted in human milk. Therefore, avoid breastfeeding while taking Cardivas 25 Tablet as it may cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Caution

Cardivas 25 Tablet may cause dizziness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel dizzy or tired after taking Cardivas 25 Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Take Cardivas 25 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Cardivas 25 Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

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Cardivas 25 Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness are not established.

About Cardivas 25 Tablet

Cardivas 25 Tablet belongs to a group of 'antihypertensive medicines' called beta-blockers used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), moderate to severe heart failure, and angina (heart-related chest pain). Besides this, Cardivas 25 Tablet also reduces the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults. High blood pressure is a condition in which the force of blood against the artery walls is very high. It will be an addition to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly and damage the heart, brain, and kidneys' blood vessels, resulting in heart failure, stroke, or kidney failure.

Cardivas 25 Tablet contains Carvedilol which acts by relaxing blood vessels by blocking the action of certain natural substances like epinephrine or adrenaline. Thus, lowers the raised blood pressure, keeps the heartbeat slowly reducing with less force, reducing the risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or other heart problems.

Take Cardivas 25 Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience diarrhoea, headache, weight gain, slow heartbeat, dry eyes, tiredness, dizziness, or low blood pressure. Most of these side effects of Cardivas 25 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Cardivas 25 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Cardivas 25 Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Cardivas 25 Tablet . If you are about to undergo any surgery, you must inform your doctor that you are taking Cardivas 25 Tablet . Avoid taking Cardivas 25 Tablet if you have bronchitis, asthma, emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath), severe liver disease, heart block, slow heart rate, or sick sinus syndrome (abnormal heart rhythms caused by malfunction of the heart’s natural pacemaker). If you have diabetes, coronary artery disease, fluid retention, thyroid disorder, angina (chest pain), kidney disease, slow heartbeats, Raynaud’s syndrome (a circulatory problem), or pheochromocytoma (tumor in the adrenal glands), inform your doctor before taking Cardivas 25 Tablet .

Uses of Cardivas 25 Tablet

Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain), Myocardial infarction (heart failure)

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Medicinal Benefits

Cardivas 25 Tablet contains Carvedilol in the controlled release form, which plays a vital role in relaxing blood vessels by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body. Thereby lowers the blood pressure and reduces the risk of having a stroke, a heart attack or other heart problems.

Directions for Use

Take Cardivas 25 Tablet with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water daily at the same time for effective results. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Side Effects of Cardivas 25 Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Weight gain
  • Slow heartbeat
  • Dry eyes
  • Tiredness
  • Dizziness
  • Low blood pressure

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Cardivas 25 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Cardivas 25 Tablet is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Cardivas 25 Tablet . If you are about to undergo any surgery, you are advised to inform your doctor that you are taking Cardivas 25 Tablet . Avoid taking Cardivas 25 Tablet if you have bronchitis, asthma, emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath), severe liver disease, heart block, slow heart rate, or sick sinus syndrome (abnormal heart rhythms caused by malfunction of the heart’s natural pacemaker). If you have diabetes, coronary artery disease, fluid retention, thyroid disorder, angina (chest pain), kidney disease, slow heartbeats, Raynaud’s syndrome (a circulatory problem), or pheochromocytoma (tumor in the adrenal glands), inform your doctor before taking Cardivas 25 Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CarvedilolThioridazine
Critical
CarvedilolClonidine
Severe

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CarvedilolThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cardivas 25 Tablet:
Coadministration of thioridazine with Cardivas 25 Tablet can increase the risk of low blood pressure especially when standing up.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Thioridazine with Cardivas 25 Tablet is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience any excessive sweating, palpitations, chest discomfort, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
CarvedilolClonidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cardivas 25 Tablet:
Co-administration of Clonidine and Cardivas 25 Tablet can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms or low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Clonidine and Cardivas 25 Tablet, you can take these medicines if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience palpitations, chest discomfort, dizziness, or shortness of breath, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CarvedilolSalbutamol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cardivas 25 Tablet:
Coadministration of Cardivas 25 Tablet and Salbutamol may reduce the effects of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Cardivas 25 Tablet and Salbutamol, they can be taken if your doctor advises. Consult your doctor if you experience shortness of breath, chest pain or any difficulties in breathing. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CarvedilolFormoterol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cardivas 25 Tablet:
Using Formoterol and Cardivas 25 Tablet together may reduce the effects of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Formoterol and Cardivas 25 Tablet, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CarvedilolColchicine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cardivas 25 Tablet:
Coadministration of Colchicine with Cardivas 25 Tablet increases colchicine levels in the blood, leading to increased side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Colchicine and Cardivas 25 Tablet together may possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if your doctor prescribes it. However, if you experience any symptoms like vomiting, stomach pain, muscle pain, or weakness, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.
CarvedilolRitodrine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cardivas 25 Tablet:
Co-administration of Ritodrine with Cardivas 25 Tablet it may reduces the effectiveness of both the medications.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Ritodrine and Cardivas 25 Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
CarvedilolTheophylline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cardivas 25 Tablet:
Taking Cardivas 25 Tablet with theophylline, could make Cardivas 25 Tablet less effective and increase the effects of theophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Although Cardivas 25 Tablet and theophylline can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience vomiting, restlessness, palpitations, or difficulty breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CarvedilolSalmeterol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cardivas 25 Tablet:
Taking Cardivas 25 Tablet and Salmeterol may reduce the effects of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Salmeterol and Cardivas 25 Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CarvedilolInsulin aspart
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cardivas 25 Tablet:
Taking Insulin aspart with Cardivas 25 Tablet may increase the therapeutic efficacy of Cardivas 25 Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between insulin aspart and Cardivas 25 Tablet but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience any unusual symptoms like shaking, palpitations, rapid heartbeat. Do not stop any medications without consulting a doctor.
CarvedilolMethyldopa
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cardivas 25 Tablet:
Coadministration of Methyldopa and Cardivas 25 Tablet can reduce the effects of Methyldopa.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Methyldopa and Cardivas 25 Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you notice any dizziness, headache, or palpitations, consult your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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CARVEDILOL-25MGVitamin B complex foods, Vitamin B12 rich foods
Moderate

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CARVEDILOL-25MGVitamin B complex foods, Vitamin B12 rich foods
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Avocado, Beetroot, Cereals, Cheese, Chicken, Black Beans, Eggs, Clams, Chickpea, Whole Grains, Shellfish, Spinach, Salmon, Red Meat, Oysters, Potatoes, Kidney Beans, Mackerel, Milk, Kale, Tuna, Yogurt, Liver, Low-Fat Milk, Trout, Fortified Breakfast Cereal, Fish, Beef

How to manage the interaction:
The effects of Cardivas 25 Tablet may be reduced if taken along with multivitamins and minerals. Give Cardivas 25 Tablet and multivitamins and minerals at least two hours gap in between doses to avoid interaction. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • AMLODIPINE
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
  • LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM

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Special Advise

  • Monitor your blood pressure regularly and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor.
  • A low salt diet and regular exercise are recommended along with Cardivas 25 Tablet for effective results.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a low salt diet and minimize eating processed foods as they contain more sodium. Try to replace salt with spices or herbs to add flavor to the food.
  • Do regular exercise such as cycling, walking, jogging, dancing, or swimming for a minimum of 30 minutes per day.
  • Chronic stress may also cause high blood pressure. Therefore, avoid stress by changing your expectations, the way you react in certain situations, and do activities that you enjoy by making time for yourself.
  • Maintain a diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid-containing foods in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil which may help in lowering high blood pressure.
  • Quit smoking and avoid the consumption of alcohol.

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