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Composition :

CARVEDILOL-12.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Biotics Lab

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 117/4, Ground Floor, Hosapalya, Hosur Road, , Bengaluru - 560068, Karnataka, India
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FAQs

Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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 Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's as they may reduce the effect of Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's. Also, avoid intake of grapefruit juice with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's as it may increase the levels of Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's in blood and cause adverse effects.

Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's may cause dry eyes in some patients. It is not necessary for everyone taking Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's to experience this side effect. Therefore, inform your doctor if you wear contact lenses before taking Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's.

You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's as it may cause Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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 Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's, please consult a doctor immediately.

You are not recommended to take Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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 Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor even if you find symptomatic relief as discontinuing suddenly may cause chest pain or a heart attack. Therefore, take Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while using Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's, please consult your doctor.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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

Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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

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Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's is excreted in human milk. Therefore, avoid breastfeeding while taking Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's as it may cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Caution

Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel dizzy or tired after taking Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's.

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Liver

Caution

Take Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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 Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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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Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness are not established.

About Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's

Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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, Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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.

Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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 Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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 Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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 Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's. If you are about to undergo any surgery, you must inform your doctor that you are taking Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's. Avoid taking Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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 Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's.

Uses of Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's

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

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Medicinal Benefits

Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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 Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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 Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's

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

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's. If you are about to undergo any surgery, you are advised to inform your doctor that you are taking Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's. Avoid taking Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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 Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CarvedilolThioridazine
Critical
CarvedilolBisoprolol
Severe

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CarvedilolThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of thioridazine with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet can increase the risk of low blood pressure especially when standing up.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Thioridazine with Carvizol-12.5 mg 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.
CarvedilolBisoprolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Bisoprolol with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet can increase the risk of low blood pressure and high potassium levels.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, bisoprolol can be taken with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience any lightheadedness, excessive sweating, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CarvedilolInsulin aspart
Severe
How does the drug interact with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Insulin aspart with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet may increase the therapeutic efficacy of Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between insulin aspart and Carvizol-12.5 mg 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.
CarvedilolDiltiazem
Severe
How does the drug interact with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Diltiazem and Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet may increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet with Diltiazem together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor if you experience shortness of breath, chest pain, palpitations, and swelling of legs. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CarvedilolQuinidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Quinidine with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet can increase the levels and effects of Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet with Quinidine can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any dizziness, palpitations, headache, or fatigue, consult your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
CarvedilolTheophylline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet with theophylline, could make Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet less effective and increase the effects of theophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Although Carvizol-12.5 mg 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.
CarvedilolClonidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Clonidine and Carvizol-12.5 mg 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 Carvizol-12.5 mg 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.
CarvedilolRitodrine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Ritodrine with Carvizol-12.5 mg 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 Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
CarvedilolMethyldopa
Severe
How does the drug interact with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Methyldopa and Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet can reduce the effects of Methyldopa.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Methyldopa and Carvizol-12.5 mg 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.
CarvedilolMorphine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Morphine with Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Morphine and Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you notice any shortness of breath, dizziness, or weakness, consult a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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CARVEDILOL-12.5MGVitamin B complex foods, Vitamin B12 rich foods
Moderate

Drug-Food Interactions

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CARVEDILOL-12.5MGVitamin 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 Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet may be reduced if taken along with multivitamins and minerals. Give Carvizol-12.5 mg 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 Carvizol-12.5 mg Tablet 10's 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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