CARDIVAS CR 40mg Tablet

CARDIVAS CR 40MG contain Carvedilol which belongs to a group of medicine called beta-blockers. This medicine is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), chest pain and heart failure. Hypertension is a condition in which the force of the blood against the artery wall is high. Discomfort in the chest is called chest pain. Heart failure is a chronic condition in which heart does not pump blood as well.

CARDIVAS CR 40MG works by relaxing and widening the blood vessel. This makes easier for your heart to pump blood around the body and reduces blood pressure and strain on your heart. Making some changes in your lifestyle will help in improving your condition. These may include regular exercise, losing weight, smoking cessation, reducing alcohol intake, and reducing the amount of salt in your diet.

This medicine is strictly not recommended for use in children and adolescents under 18 years. Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, liver problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

USES OF CARDIVAS CR 40MG

• Treat high blood pressure (hypertension), chest pain(angina), heart failure

HOW CARDIVAS CR 40MG WORKS

CARDIVAS CR 40MG works by relaxing and widening the blood vessel. This makes easier for your heart to pump blood around the body and reduces blood pressure and strain on your heart.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always take CARDIVAS CR 40MG exactly as your doctor has told you. This medicine must be taken with or without food. Try to take this medicine at the same time each day. It should be swallowed whole with water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.

SIDE EFFECTS OF CARDIVAS CR 40MG

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Dizziness:

Get up and move around to feel awake, take small naps to edge off the sleepiness. Give your eyes a break to avoid fatigue and eat a healthy food to boost energy.

Headache:

Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Take rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee.

Diarrhoea:

Drink lot of fluids, such as water or squash, to avoid dehydration. Do not take any other medicines without consulting to a doctor.

vomiting:

Try taking this medicine with, or just after, a meal or snack and stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food.

Stomach pain:

Keep try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly and smaller and frequent meals. Applying a heat pad or covered hot water bottle on your stomach may also help. If still pain persists, speak to your doctor.

INTERACTIONS

Talk to your doctor, if you are taking,

• Diltiazem, verapamil, or amiodarone (used to treat an irregular heartbeat)
• Isosorbide mononitrate or glyceryl trinitrate (used to treat angina)
• Digoxin (used to treat heart failure)
• Doxazosin, reserpine, amlodipine or indoramin (used to treat high blood pressure)
• Fluoxetine, tricyclic antidepressants, barbiturates, phenothiazines, haloperidol or monoamine oxide inhibitors (used to treat depression)
• Ciclosporin (used to prevent your body rejecting organs after transplant operations)
• Oral antidiabetic medicines or insulin (used to reduce blood sugar)
• Clonidine or ergotamine (used to reduce blood pressure or treat migraine)
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicine such as ibuprofen or diclofenac (used to treat pain and inflammation)
• Estrogen (used for hormone replacement therapy)
• Corticosteroids such as prednisolone (used to suppress inflammatory or allergic reactions)
• Rifampicin or erythromycin (used to treat bacterial infections)
• Cimetidine (used to treat stomach ulcers, heartburn, and acid reflux)
• Ketoconazole (used to treat fungal infections)
• Ephedrine or pseudoephedrine (used to treat decongestant cough and cold)

MORE INFORMATION

Do not store above 30ºC and keep out of reach of children.

FAQ’s ABOUT CARDIVAS CR 40MG

Q: What are the rare side effects of CARDIVAS CR 40MG?
A: This medicine may cause rare side effects such as lowered blood platelet count, dryness of the mouth and stuffy nose.

Q: Can CARDIVAS CR 40MG cause headache?
A: Yes, this medicine may cause headache in some individuals. Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Take rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee.

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Cardivas CR 40 Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure, heart-related chest pain (angina), and heart failure. It works by relaxing the blood vessels, so blood can flow more easily to the heart. Lowering blood pressure also helps prevent future heart attacks and stroke.

Cardivas CR 40 Tablet should be taken with food. You should take it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is important to take it even if you feel well or if your blood pressure is controlled. Do not stop this medicine without talking to the doctor as your condition could get worse.

Making some changes in your lifestyle will help in improving your condition. These may include regular exercise, losing weight, smoking cessation, reducing alcohol intake, and reducing the amount of salt in your diet as advised by your doctor. This medicine is tolerated well by most patients but it may have a few side effects. These include dizziness, headache, and tiredness. Let your doctor know if these side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any heart or kidney diseases. Pregnant or breastfeeding mothers should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

USES OF CARDIVAS TABLET ER

• Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
• Treatment of Heart failure

BENEFITS OF CARDIVAS TABLET ER

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Cardivas CR 40 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 to beat with less force. 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.

In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Cardivas CR 40 Tablet relaxes the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body and makes sure that your heart is getting a good supply of oxygen. This makes it less likely that you will suffer chest pain caused by angina. This medicine can help increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively.

In Treatment of Heart failure

Heart failure means your heart is weak and cannot pump enough blood to your lungs and the rest of your body. The most common symptoms are breathlessness, tiredness, and swelling in your legs, ankles, abdomen, and other parts of your body. Cardivas CR 40 Tablet makes it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body and is, therefore, effective treatment for heart failure.

This medicine will help relieve your symptoms, making you feel better and more energetic. You should make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthily and keeping active) to help this medicine be effective. Take it regularly and keep taking it even if you feel better.

SIDE EFFECTS OF CARDIVAS TABLET ER

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

Common side effects of Cardivas

• Decreased blood pressure
• Headache
• Fatigue
• Dizziness

HOW TO USE CARDIVAS TABLET ER

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. Cardivas CR 40 Tablet is to be taken with food.

HOW CARDIVAS TABLET ER WORKS

Cardivas CR 40 Tablet 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.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cardivas CR 40 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cardivas CR 40 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cardivas CR 40 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Cardivas CR 40 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cardivas CR 40 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cardivas CR 40 Tablet is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for dose adjustment.

Liver

CAUTION

Cardivas CR 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cardivas CR 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Cardivas CR 40 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE CARDIVAS TABLET ER?

If you miss a dose of Cardivas CR 40 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.