Carvedilol

( Coreg )

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jul 19, 2022

Pros & Cons


Carvedilol Pros and Cons

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  • Carvedilol is the first choice to treat heart failure and cardiac dysfunction after a heart attack.
  • This medication lowers the risk of worsening heart failure, hospitalizations, and death from severe heart failure.
  • It is available in a low-cost generic form.
  • Carvedilol extended-release capsules only need to be taken once a day.

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  • It is not the first choice medicine for high blood pressure.
  • Carvedilol immediate release needs to be taken twice a day.
  • You need to take this medicine with food.
  • Carvedilol can make you feel out of breath during exercise.
  • This medicine can cause dry eyes in contact lens users