Seoul Carvedilol Tablet

Adult dose

Do not increase the dose or stop taking this drug without a doctor's instructions. 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 an 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. 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 an increase is needed (excluding elderly patients), the dose may be increased to 50 mg twice daily.

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. For instance, patients who have shown allergic reactions to this medication or its components, those with severely impaired cardiac function, patients with very slow heart rates, patients with heart diseases related to the lungs, patients with metabolic abnormalities due to diabetes, patients with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease should avoid taking this medication. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also avoid this medication. Patients with diabetes, a history of severe allergies, existing heart disease, impaired kidney function, and elderly individuals should take this medication with special caution. Patients with low blood pressure or slow heart rates should be closely monitored while taking this medication. This medication can affect the central nervous system and may cause dizziness, headache, and fatigue, while cardiac-related side effects can include decreased heart rate, lowered blood pressure, and worsening heart failure. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain may occur, and allergic reactions such as skin rashes or itching can occur rarely. During long-term use, regular checks of heart function, blood pressure, and pulse are necessary, and abrupt discontinuation of the medication should be avoided; dosage should be gradually reduced under the direction of a physician. This medication may interact with other drugs, so you must inform your doctor or pharmacist of any medications currently being taken. Special caution is needed when taking it alongside blood pressure medications, diabetes medications, antidepressants, antiarrhythmics, anesthetics, and alcohol. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid this medication as it may harm the fetus or newborn; women who are breastfeeding should discontinue nursing while taking this medication. It is advisable not to use this medication in children or adolescents under 18 years of age, as safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly individuals may need to start at a lower dose due to decreased liver function, with careful monitoring of their condition. In case of overdose, serious symptoms such as a sudden drop in blood pressure or slowed heart rate may occur; seek immediate medical attention if such symptoms arise. This medication may discolor when exposed to light; therefore, it should be stored in a container that protects it from light and kept in a closed container away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.

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

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a special container that prevents light exposure. Additionally, to maintain the drug's effectiveness, it is important to store it at a temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

90 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP x 9)]