Carvedilol Tablet 25 mg (Carvedilol)

Adult dose

Do not increase the dose or stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor. 1. Essential hypertension 1) Adults (1) For the first 2 days, administer 12.5 mg of carvedilol orally once daily, then administer 25 mg orally once daily. (2) The usual dose is 25 mg orally once daily for 2 weeks. If a dose increase is needed, increase to 25 mg twice daily. The maximum dose is 25 mg per dose and 50 mg per day. 2) Elderly patients In some elderly patients, 12.5 mg once daily may be sufficient. However, if the effect is insufficient after 2 weeks of treatment, the dose may be increased. 2. Chronic stable angina 1) For the first 2 days, administer 12.5 mg of this drug twice daily, then administer 25 mg twice daily. 2) The usual dose is 25 mg twice daily for 2 weeks. If a dose increase is needed (excluding elderly patients), the dose may be increased to 50 mg twice daily. 3. Congestive heart failure Before starting treatment with this drug, the patient's existing standard therapy (conventional treatment for chronic heart failure with an ACE inhibitor, a diuretic, and usually a digitalis preparation) should be stable. Fluid retention should also be minimized before starting treatment with this drug. 1) The usual initial dose is 3.125 mg of this drug twice daily for 2 weeks. If the patient tolerates this treatment well, increase the dose to 6.25 mg twice daily for 2 weeks, then to 12.5 mg twice daily for 2 weeks, and then to 25 mg twice daily. 2) Increase the dose gradually after administering each dose for at least 2 weeks, up to the dose tolerated by the patient. 3) The minimum effective dose is 6.25 mg twice daily. The maximum dose is 25 mg twice daily for patients weighing 85 kg or less and 50 mg twice daily for patients weighing more than 85 kg. 4) It is recommended that this medicine be taken with meals in the morning and evening to control the rate of absorption. Taking it with meals slows the rate of absorption and may reduce the incidence of orthostatic hypotension.

This medication should not be used by certain patients. For example, individuals allergic to this drug or any of its components, those with severely impaired cardiac function, those with very slow heart rates, those with cardiac conduction problems, those with pulmonary-related heart diseases, those with serious metabolic disorders due to diabetes, those with severe heart failure, those with asthma or chronic lung disease, those with certain forms of hypertension, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication. Additionally, caution is needed for patients who are diabetic, have a history of allergic reactions, have heart disease or reduced kidney function, elderly patients, those with low blood pressure, and those taking certain medications should exercise extra caution when using this medication. During treatment, symptoms such as dizziness, headache, and fatigue may occur, and there is a risk of slowed heart rate or excessively low blood pressure. Regular heart function tests are necessary, as symptoms of heart failure can worsen or fluid retention may occur. Rarely, psychological changes or skin rashes may also arise. This medication should be monitored regularly for heart function, blood pressure, and liver and kidney function during long-term use, and abrupt cessation can exacerbate heart disease symptoms, so dosage should be gradually reduced according to a physician's instructions. Moreover, this medication can interact with other drugs, so it is important to inform healthcare professionals about any other medications being taken. Special caution is required when using alongside antihypertensives, heart-related medications, diabetes treatments, certain antibiotics, or antidepressants. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication, and safety in children or adolescents under 18 years of age has not been established. In case of overdose, serious heart problems or respiratory difficulties, and loss of consciousness may occur, requiring immediate medical assistance; this medication is not removed by blood dialysis, necessitating specialized treatment. Lastly, this medication may change color due to light exposure; it should be stored in a light-blocking container and kept out of reach of children. Transferring it to another container may affect its quality, so caution is advised.

• Dizziness
• headache
• fatigue
• weakness
• hallucinations
• confusion
• depression
• sleep disturbances
• nightmares
• psychosis

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to block light and prevent air from entering. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White circular tablet

Package unit

100 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP × 10]