Drug reference
carvedilol
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Drug class
Cardiovascular (Beta Blockers)
Mechanism of action
Nonselective beta-adrenergic and alpha1-adrenergic blocking agent with no intrinsic activity for use in congestive heart failure and hypertension
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Hypotension
- Weight gain
- Hyperglycemia
- Diarrhea
Contraindications
- History of serious hypersensitivity reaction (eg, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, anaphylactic reaction, angioedema) to any component of this medication or other medications containing carvedilol
- Bronchial asthma, bronchospasm Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- 2°/3° AV block, sick sinus syndrome without permanent pacemaker, cardiogenic shock, severe bradycardia, decompensated heart failure requiring IV inotropic medication
Known interactions (1)
- carvedilol + Perindopril Moderate
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is carvedilol?
carvedilol belongs to: Cardiovascular.
How does carvedilol work?
Nonselective beta-adrenergic and alpha1-adrenergic blocking agent with no intrinsic activity for use in congestive heart failure and hypertension
What are the common side effects of carvedilol?
Dizziness, Fatigue, Hypotension, Weight gain, Hyperglycemia, Diarrhea
Which drugs interact with carvedilol?
Perindopril
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