Coreg / Carvadexon (carvedilol) is in a group of drugs called alpha 1 and dual-action beta receptor blockers. Alpha and beta dual receptor blockers such as Coreg are approved by the FDA to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), left ventricular dysfunction following myocardial infarction and heart failure. High blood pressure is a prevalent condition that carries an increased risk of adverse cardiovascular events such as stroke, myocardial infarction (heart attack), congestive heart failure and kidney failure.

Dosage

Take the dose as specified by the prescribing doctor. The usual dose for high blood pressure in adults starts at 3.125 mg (half of the 6.25 mg tablet) twice a day. The doctor may increase the dose to 25 mg twice daily if needed. If for some reason the doses of Coreg have been missed for two or more weeks, consult with a doctor about restarting since it may be necessary to restart on the lower start-up dose.

Coreg should not be taken by a woman who is already pregnant or breastfeeding, or who could fall pregnant while taking it, unless this has been discussed with the prescribing doctor.

If a higher dosage has been taken accidentally, or if a child has accidentally swallowed the medicine, go immediately to a doctor or a hospital emergency room along with the drug package. If a dose is missed, it should be taken as soon as possible. However, if it cannot be made up for on the same day, skip the missed dose and return to the regular dosing schedule. Do not make up for a missed dose by double dosing.

Caution:

If a sudden allergic reaction such as swelling of the face, tongue or throat makes it difficult to breathe, it must be reported to a doctor immediately, or call 911 and go to an emergency room.