Dillagen 25 mg (Carvedilol)

Adult dose

Do not increase the dose or discontinue use without your doctor's instructions. 1. Essential hypertension 1) Adults (1) For the first two days, take 12.5 mg of carvedilol orally once daily, then take 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 per administration is 25 mg, and the maximum daily dose is 50 mg. 2) 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. 2. Chronic stable angina 1) For the first two days, take 12.5 mg of this medicine per dose, twice daily, then take 25 mg per dose, twice daily. 2) The usual dose is 25 mg per dose, twice daily for 2 weeks. If a dose increase is needed (excluding older adults), the dose may be increased to 50 mg per dose, twice daily.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, those who have had an allergic reaction to this medication or its ingredients, those experiencing cardiogenic shock, patients with very slow heart rates or impaired cardiac conduction, and those with pulmonary heart disease are at risk of worsening symptoms if they take this medication. Additionally, patients with ketoacidosis or metabolic acidosis due to diabetes, those with severely impaired heart function, and individuals with respiratory conditions such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease should avoid this medication. It is also safer for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and for patients with severe liver impairment to avoid using this medication. Patients with diabetes, those with a history of allergic reactions, individuals with weak heart or kidney function, and the elderly should use this medication with caution. Blood pressure, heart rate, electrocardiogram, liver and kidney function should be regularly monitored before and during treatment, and if symptoms worsen, the dosage may be adjusted or stopped. This medication may cause central nervous system symptoms such as dizziness, headache, fatigue, as well as cardiovascular adverse reactions such as decreased heart rate, low blood pressure, and worsening heart failure, so medical consultation should be sought immediately if symptoms occur. Additionally, various side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, skin rashes, blood abnormalities, and liver dysfunction may arise, so caution is needed. While taking this medication, there may be interactions with other drugs, especially blood pressure medications, diabetes medications, antidepressants, sedatives, anesthetics, and alcohol, so it is essential to inform the doctor or pharmacist and use caution. Co-administration with certain medications may lead to excessively slow heart rate or a sudden drop in blood pressure. It is not safe for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, and nursing mothers to take this medication; they should consult a doctor if necessary. In case of overdose, severe hypotension, heart rate reduction, breathing difficulties, and loss of consciousness may occur, and immediate medical attention should be sought for appropriate treatment. This medication requires regular monitoring of heart function, blood pressure, electrocardiogram, etc., during long-term use, and care should be taken not to stop abruptly. Sudden cessation may worsen heart-related symptoms, so it is safer to gradually reduce the dosage before stopping. For storage, this medication should be kept in a light-protective container, out of reach of children. Avoid transferring it to other containers as this may affect quality.

• Dizziness
• headache
• fatigue
• weakness
• hallucination
• confusion
• depression
• sleep disorder
• nightmares
• psychosis

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that blocks light. It is important to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its efficacy.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

90 tablets (10 tablets/PTP*9)