Generic Name - Carvedilol
Category - Hypertension
Indications
High blood pressure, Heart Failure
Generic Coreg is indicated in the treatment of high blood pressure. High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly. High blood pressure may also increase the risk of heart attacks. These problems may be less likely to occur if blood pressure is controlled. Carvedilol (Generic Coreg) as a beta-blocker works by affecting the response to some nerve impulses in certain parts of the body. As a result, they decrease the heart's need for blood and oxygen by reducing its workload. They also help the heart to beat more regularly.
Generic for Coreg Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Coreg is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Coreg should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
Asthma or
Related bronchospastic conditions
Angina
Bronchialconditions
Bronchitis
Emphysema
Bradycardia
Heart or blood vessel disease
Diabetes mellitus
Kidney disease
Liver disease
Overactive thyroid
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Coreg.It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
Anti diabeticagents
Insulin
Calcium channel blocking agent
Generic for Coreg Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericCoreg
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Coreg for Angina is 6.25 milligrams twice a day with food. The doctor may raise the dosage every 1 or 2 weeks to a maximum of 50 milligrams a day.
Generic for Coreg Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Coreg side Effects include continued loss of appetite,
Difficulty breathing,wheezing, dizziness or fainting spells, dark urine, flu-like symptoms,
Irregular heartbeat, skin rash, slow heart rate, swollen legs or ankles and vomiting.
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Coreg.
Generic for Coreg and Pregnancy
Studies do not indicate whether the use of Generic Coreg during pregnancy causes harm to the fetus. Hence, consult your doctor and seek medical advice.
Generic for Coreg and Breastfeeding
Studies do not indicate whether Generic Coreg passes into breast milk. However, considering that nursing infants may have a serious reaction to Carvedilol (Generic Coreg), breast-feeding is not recommended in women who are taking this medicine.
Generic for Coreg and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Coreg in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Coreg and Geriatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Coreg in geriatric patients have not been established.
Note
The above information about Generic Coreg serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment.Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy. |
