Coreg
Coreg is carvedilol from 3.125mg to 25mg, used in the management of hypertension, chronic heart failure and angina. Beta-blockade with alpha-1 blockade.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Carvedilol
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 3.125 · 6.25 · 12.5 · 25mg
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- Conditions
- Hypertension · Heart Failure · Angina Pectoris
- Alternative names
- Eucardic
- Therapeutic class
- Beta Blocker
- Pharmacological class
- Non-selective Beta Blocker with Alpha-1 Blocking Activity
- Minor side effects
- dizziness; fatigue; headache; bradycardia
- Moderate side effects
- hypotension; peripheral oedema; nausea; weight gain
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Manufacturer
- Roche
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
- Calcium channel blockers; Diabetic medications; Digoxin
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children.
Contraindications
asthma; second or third-degree heart block; severe bradycardia; cardiogenic shock
Precautions and warnings
do not stop treatment abruptly; monitor blood glucose levels in diabetic patients; use with caution in peripheral vascular disease
Serious side effects
heart block, requires immediate medical attention; worsening heart failure, requires immediate medical attention; bronchospasm, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Coreg is carvedilol from 3.125mg to 25mg, used in the management of hypertension, chronic heart failure and angina. Beta-blockade with alpha-1 blockade.
Mechanism of action
Providing non-selective beta-blockade and alpha-1 receptor blockade, this medication lowers heart rate, reduces cardiac output, and induces vasodilation. This dual mechanism effectively lowers blood pressure and cardiac workload.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if benefit outweighs risk. Breastfeeding: Avoid during treatment.
Coreg is a brand of carvedilol, a medication used to manage hypertension, chronic heart failure, and angina pectoris. This active ingredient is also commonly sold as Eucardic and is supplied in tablet form in strengths ranging from 3.125mg to 25mg. It helps manage cardiovascular health by acting as a beta-blocker to support stable heart function and blood pressure regulation.
Buying Coreg online
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