New Derlen 25 mg (Carvedilol)

Adult dose

Do not increase the dose or stop taking this medicine without your doctor's instructions. Essential hypertension Adults: For the first 2 days, take 12.5 mg of carvedilol orally once daily, followed by 25 mg orally once daily. The usual dose is 25 mg once daily for 2 weeks. If a dose increase is needed, increase to 25 mg twice daily. The maximum dose per administration is 25 mg, and the maximum daily dose is 50 mg. Older adults: In some older adults, 12.5 mg once daily may provide sufficient efficacy. However, if the effect is inadequate after 2 weeks of treatment, the dose may be increased. Chronic stable angina For the first 2 days, take 12.5 mg of this medicine orally twice daily, followed by 25 mg orally twice daily. The usual dose is 25 mg twice daily for 2 weeks. If a dose increase is needed (except in older adults), the dose may be increased to 50 mg twice daily.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, patients who have had an allergic reaction to this medication or its ingredients, patients experiencing cardiogenic shock, patients with very slow heart rates or problems with heart conduction, patients with pulmonary heart disease, patients with metabolic disorders due to diabetes, patients with severely weakened heart function, patients with bronchospasm disorders such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, pregnant or nursing women should not take this medication. Additionally, patients with diabetes, those with a history of severe allergies or those receiving allergy treatments, patients with low blood pressure, patients with severely impaired kidney or liver function, elderly patients, or those with acute heart conditions should use this medication with caution. Taking this medication may lead to symptoms such as dizziness, headache, and fatigue, as well as cardiovascular issues such as slowed heart rate or low blood pressure. Rarely, mental confusion, depression, and sleep disturbances may occur. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include nausea, diarrhea, and abdominal pain, and skin rashes or itching have also been reported. Long-term use requires regular checks of heart function, blood pressure, pulse, etc., and the medication should not be suddenly stopped; instead, the dosage should be gradually reduced as per a doctor’s instructions. Particularly, angina patients should be cautious as sudden discontinuation may worsen their symptoms. This medication may interact with other drugs, so when taking it alongside blood pressure medications, diabetes medications, antidepressants, anesthetics, alcohol, etc., consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is necessary. Pregnant or nursing women should not take this medication, and safety for children and adolescents has not been established. Elderly patients may have increased drug concentration due to decreased liver function, so starting at a lower dose and careful observation of their condition is advised. In the case of overdose, symptoms such as low blood pressure, slowed heart rate, shock, and difficulty breathing may appear, necessitating immediate contact with a medical facility for appropriate treatment. This medication may discolor when exposed to light, so it should be stored in an opaque container and kept out of reach of children.

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

This medication should be stored in a sealed container that blocks light and prevents air from entering. It is recommended to keep the medication at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This way of storage helps maintain the medication's efficacy and safety.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

90 tablets (10 tablets/PTP x 9)