Carvista 6.25 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 3.00 (10 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 30.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Carvedilol |
| Company | Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of heart failure
- Reduction of disease progression
- Usage with digitalis and diuretics
- Alternative for ACE inhibitor intolerance
Pharmacology
- Non-selective antagonism of beta-adrenergic receptors
- Alpha-adrenergic antagonistic activity
- Antiproliferative properties
- Scavenger of reactive oxidant radicals
- Treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, and congestive heart failure
Dosage & Administration
- Initial dose for hypertension: 12.5 mg once daily
- Initial dose for angina pectoris: 12.5 mg twice daily for the first 2 days
- Initial dose for heart failure: 3.125 mg twice daily
- Dose adjustments based on patient weight
- Maximum daily doses for different conditions
Interaction
- Effects on digoxin levels
- Interaction with rifampin, warfarin, and clonidine
Contraindications
- Decompensated heart failure requiring intravenous inotropic therapy
- Bronchial asthma or related bronchospastic conditions
- Second or third-degree AV block
- Sick sinus syndrome without pacemaker
- Cardiogenic shock or severe bradycardia
Side Effects
- Postural hypotension
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Bradycardia
- Peripheral circulation issues
- Dry mouth and eyes
- Impotence
- Allergic skin reactions
- Exacerbation of psoriasis
- Wheezing
- Changes in liver enzymes
- Thrombocytopenia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended during breastfeeding
- No established safety and efficacy in children
- Not recommended during pregnancy
- Carvedilol crosses placental barrier
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in hepatic impairment
- Monitoring clinical status in heart failure
- Renal function assessment before dose increase
Therapeutic Class
- Alpha adrenoceptor blocking drugs
- Beta-adrenoceptor blocking drugs
- Beta-blockers
Storage Conditions
- Keep below 30°C
- Away from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children