Carivalan 6.25/7.5 Tablet

Composition of Carivalan 6.25/7.5 Tablet

Carivalan 6.25/7.5 Tablet contains Carvedilol (6.25mg) + Ivabradine (7.5mg). It belongs to the Beta blocker and Cardiovascular agent class of medicines.

Uses of Carivalan 6.25/7.5 Tablet

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure) Carivalan 6.25mg/7.5mg Tablet works by blocking the effects of some chemicals on your heart and blood vessels. It slows down your heart rate and helps the heart beat with less force. It also relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and helps in reducing your risk of having a stroke
• a heart attack
• other heart problems
• or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective
• so keep taking it even if you feel well. Do not stop without talking to your doctor.

How Carivalan 6.25/7.5 Tablet works

Carivalan 6.25mg/7.5mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines : Carvedilol and Ivabradine. Carvedilol is an alpha and beta blocker. It works by slowing down the heart rate and relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body. Ivabradine is a heart rate lowering medication. It works by reducing the heart rate which lowers the oxygen requirement of the heart. As a result, the heart works more efficiently.

How to take Carivalan 6.25/7.5 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Carivalan 6.25mg/7.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Carivalan 6.25mg/7.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause a dangerously slow heartbeat, a severe fall in blood pressure, wheezing and fits. It can seriously disturb the heart's rhythm and blood pressure. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Carivalan 6.25/7.5 Tablet

Most side effects of Carivalan 6.25/7.5 are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Carivalan 6.25/7.5 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Never stop this medicine suddenly. Stopping abruptly can cause a sharp rise in blood pressure, worsening chest pain or a heart attack — your doctor will reduce it gradually. Tell your doctor if you have asthma or long-standing lung disease; this group can tighten the airways. If you have diabetes, be aware that this medicine can mask the early warning signs of low blood sugar, apart from sweating. Report a resting pulse that is persistently very slow, or fainting. Do not stop or change the dose of a heart medicine on your own. Report fainting, a very slow or very fast pulse, or new breathlessness. Keep every follow-up appointment — most of these medicines need periodic blood tests or an ECG.

Do not take Carivalan 6.25/7.5 if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with a very slow heart rate, certain heart block disorders, or uncontrolled heart failure. Generally avoided in severe asthma. Your doctor will check that this is suitable for your particular heart condition.

Interactions with other medicines

Combining with verapamil or diltiazem can slow the heart dangerously. Tell your doctor about diabetes medicines and about any asthma inhaler. Heart medicines interact widely. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about everything you take, including herbal products.

How to store Carivalan 6.25/7.5 Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Carivalan 6.25/7.5 Tablet

You have been prescribed Carivalan 6.25mg/7.5mg Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure and to reduce the risk of a heart attack or a stroke. It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down for a long time. Keep monitoring your blood pressure level and heart rate while taking Carivalan 6.25mg/7.5mg Tablet. Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can monitor your progress and check your heart rate. Lifestyle changes like a low-fat and salt diet, exercise, not smoking, and cutting down on the amount of alcohol you normally drink may help this medication work better. You have been prescribed Carivalan 6.25mg/7.5mg Tablet for the treatment of high blood pressure and to reduce the risk of a heart attack or a stroke. It can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down for a long time. Keep monitoring your blood pressure level and heart rate while taking Carivalan 6.25mg/7.5mg Tablet. Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can monitor your progress and check your heart rate. Lifestyle changes like a low-fat and salt diet, exercise, not smoking, and cutting down on the amount of alcohol you normally drink may help this medication work better.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SERDIA PHARMACEUTICALS`

Therapeutic class:

CARDIAC

Drug class:

Beta blocker and Cardiovascular agent