Carvedilol

Carvedilol is commonly used for the treatment of congestive heart failure and high blood pressure. By blocking beta receptors in the body, the medicine decreases heart rate, systolic and diastolic blood pressures, and the workload on the heart. Carvedilol comes in tablet form and is typically taken twice a day. Common side effects include dizziness, low blood pressure, and diarrhea.

 

What Is Carvedilol?

Carvedilol (Coreg®) is a prescription medicine that has been licensed to treat several conditions related to the heart and blood vessels. It is part of a class of drugs called beta blockers.
 

Who Makes Carvedilol?

Brand-name carvedilol (sold under the name Coreg) is manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline. Several different manufacturers make generic carvedilol.
 

Uses for Carvedilol

Uses for carvedilol include:
 
However, carvedilol does not cure high blood pressure or congestive heart failure.
 
Carvedilol has not been licensed for use in children, although it is often used in an off-label fashion to treat specific conditions in children. Carvedilol may also be recommended for other off-label reasons, such as treatment for migraines or anxiety.
 
(Click What Is Carvedilol Used For? for more information.)
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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