Carvaz 12.5 Tab

Composition

Carvedilol 12.5 mg (as carvedilol) tablet

Uses of Carvaz 12.5 Tab

Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension), chronic heart failure, and left ventricular dysfunction after myocardial infarction (as prescribed).

• •Lowers blood pressure
• •Reduces strain on the heart
• •Improves symptoms and outcomes in heart failure
• •Helps protect heart after heart attack

How it works

Carvedilol is a non-selective beta-blocker with additional alpha-1 blocking activity. It reduces heart rate and myocardial oxygen demand and relaxes blood vessels, thereby lowering blood pressure and improving heart function in heart failure.

Directions for use

Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Usually taken by mouth 1–2 times daily; take with food to reduce risk of dizziness/low blood pressure. Swallow whole with water; do not stop suddenly without medical advice.

Side effects

Common side effects of Carvaz 12.5 Tab may include:

• •Dizziness
• •fatigue
• •low blood pressure
• •slow heart rate
• •headache
• •nausea
• •diarrhea