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| SKU: | 192 |
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| Generic For: | Coreg |
| Active Ingredient: | Carvedilol |
| Manufacturer: | Sun Pharma, India |
Buy Cardivas 12.5mg (Carvedilol) Online
Cardivas (Carvedilol) is a beta-blocker drug that affects the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins). It is prescribed primarily for heart failure and hypertension (high blood pressure). It is also used after a heart attack and may be used in other conditions not listed here.
Before taking Carvedilol (Cardivas), take all the above precautions. To ensure that this drug is safe for you, inform your doctor before taking Carvedilol if you have any of the following conditions: diabetes (taking Carvedilol can make it difficult for you to judge when you have low blood sugar), angina, low blood pressure, kidney or liver disease, a thyroid disorder, pheochromocytoma (tumor of the adrenal gland), circulation problems (such as Raynaud’s syndrome), or a history of allergies.
Carvedilol may impact your thinking capability and reflexes. Take extra care while driving or other activities requiring a high mental awareness and alertness. Avoid getting up quickly from a lying or sitting position; otherwise, you may feel dizzy.
Other drugs can interact with Carvedilol. Some of them include allergy drugs, cimetidine, cyclosporine, fluconazole, insulin or oral diabetes medicines, rifampin, antidepressants, other heart or blood pressure medicine, HIV medicines, MAO inhibitors, anti emetics, or narcotic pain killers. However, these are not the only drugs that can interact with Carvedilol. Inform your doctor if you use any other medicines or related products.
Some common side effects of Carvedilol are dizziness, drowsiness, lightheadedness, diarrhea, or fatigue. However, if any of these side effects persist or deteriorate, or if you get serious side effects or allergic reactions like rash, itching, swelling of the face, tongue, or throat, breathing trouble, unusual fatigue, sudden or unexplained weight gain, severe dizziness, severe stomach or abdominal pain, dark urine, yellowing of eyes and skin, persistent nausea or vomiting, seek medical attention immediately.
Carvedilol may reduce blood supply to your hand and feet, making them feel cold. Smoking may deteriorate this effect. Dress warmly and avoid tobacco use.
If you get any serious side effects due to this medication, contact your doctor right away.
Take Carvedilol strictly according to your doctor’s direction or the instructions on the medication label. Do not alter the dosage unless your doctor advises you to do so. Also, do not take this medication after the prescribed period is over. Carvedilol works best when taken with food. Always store this medicine in a cool and dry place.
Carvedilol can impact your pupils during cataract surgery. Let your eye surgeon know in advance that you are using this medicine. Carvedilol is part of a full line of blood pressure treatment, including diet restrictions, exercises, and other medicines. Follow a proper regimen of these as directed by your doctor to keep your blood pressure in control.
What is Cardivas 12.5mg used for?
Cardivas 12.5mg contains Carvedilol 12.5mg and is used as a third step in the heart failure up-titration protocol, for moderate hypertension management, and in stable coronary artery disease with angina. In heart failure, reaching higher Carvedilol doses (12.5–25mg twice daily) is associated with greater mortality reduction than remaining on lower doses.
How does Cardivas 12.5mg differ from 6.25mg?
Cardivas 12.5mg doubles the dose of Carvedilol compared to the 6.25mg tablet. At 12.5mg twice daily, the total daily dose is 25mg — significant beta and alpha blockade that provides measurable blood pressure reduction and heart rate control. In heart failure, 12.5mg twice daily is a key intermediate dose between 6.25mg and the maximum 25mg twice daily target.
What is the dosage instructions for Cardivas 12.5mg?
Cardivas 12.5mg is taken twice daily with food (morning and evening meals). For heart failure, it is prescribed after at least two weeks of stable tolerance to 6.25mg twice daily. For hypertension, the starting dose is usually 12.5mg once or twice daily, titrated to effect. The maximum dose for hypertension is 25mg twice daily; for heart failure, it is 25mg twice daily for patients under 85kg.
How long does it take to see blood pressure results with Cardivas 12.5mg?
Carvedilol's antihypertensive effect becomes apparent within the first week of starting 12.5mg, but maximal effect is reached after two to four weeks of stable dosing. Blood pressure reduction is achieved through combined beta blockade and peripheral vaSodiumilation (alpha-1 blockade). Home blood pressure monitoring during the first month of each new dose is encouraged to track response.
Can Cardivas 12.5mg be used after a heart attack?
Yes. Carvedilol has evidence for use in left ventricular dysfunction following myocardial infarction. The CAPRICORN trial showed Carvedilol reduced all-cause mortality in patients with post-MI left ventricular dysfunction. Cardivas 12.5mg may be part of a post-MI regimen in patients with reduced ejection fraction, typically started at a low dose and titrated up under cardiology supervision.
Is Cardivas 12.5mg safe in patients with peripheral vascular disease?
Use caution. Carvedilol's beta-2 blockade can theoretically reduce peripheral blood flow, potentially worsening symptoms in severe peripheral arterial disease (PAD). However, the alpha-1 blocking component provides some vaSodiumilation that may offset this. For mild-to-moderate PAD, Cardivas 12.5mg is generally tolerated. Discuss with your cardiologist if you have significant PAD or Raynaud's phenomenon.
How does Cardivas 12.5mg compare to Coreg 12.5mg?
Cardivas 12.5mg (Carvedilol 12.5mg by Sun Pharma) is therapeutically equivalent to Coreg 12.5mg (the US originator brand). Both deliver the same active ingredient at the same dose with the same twice-daily regimen. Coreg commands a premium price in the USA. Cardivas through AllDayChemist offers the identical cardiac benefit at a substantially reduced cost for long-term therapy.
Why do cardiologists recommend maintaining patients on higher Carvedilol doses like 12.5mg?
Clinical evidence from the COPERNICUS and US Carvedilol Heart Failure trials shows a dose-response relationship — higher tolerated doses of Carvedilol are associated with greater reductions in mortality, hospitalisation, and sudden cardiac death. Reaching 12.5mg or 25mg twice daily is therefore a clinical goal. AllDayChemist makes this achievable cost-wise by providing Cardivas at affordable prices.
Is Cardivas 12.5mg available at AllDayChemist?
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What side effects are possible with Cardivas 12.5mg?
At the 12.5mg dose, side effects are generally similar to lower doses but may be more pronounced: fatigue, dizziness, bradycardia, hypotension, cold hands and feet, weight gain, and occasionally elevated blood glucose. Worsening heart failure symptoms may occur transiently at higher doses but often resolve with diuretic adjustment. Rare side effects include thrombocytopenia and renal impairment.
What precautions should I follow with Cardivas 12.5mg?
Never stop Cardivas 12.5mg abruptly — taper slowly under medical guidance to avoid rebound angina or haemodynamic destabilisation. Take with food consistently. Monitor weight daily in heart failure patients — a 2kg gain in 48 hours suggests fluid retention requiring diuretic adjustment. Avoid cold remedies with ephedrine or pseudoephedrine. Inform all prescribers about Carvedilol as it interacts with amiodarone, digoxin, and calcium channel blockers.
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