Interactions With Carvedilol Explained
The following sections explain in detail the potentially negative interactions that can occur when the drugs listed above are combined with
carvedilol.
Reserpine
If carvedilol and reserpine are taken together, your
blood pressure may decrease too much or your heart rate may slow down dramatically. This can cause:
- Spinning sensation (vertigo)
- Lightheadedness
- Dizziness
- Fainting.
If these symptoms occur, your healthcare provider may choose to monitor your situation more closely and/or adjust your dose of these medicines.
Clonidine
If you are taking carvedilol with clonidine but then stop using the clonidine, your blood pressure may increase dramatically. Make sure to ask your healthcare provider how these medicines can be stopped safely.
Amiodarone
If carvedilol and amiodarone are combined, your body may metabolize carvedilol differently than intended. This can cause an increased level of the drug in your body. When using these medicines together, your healthcare provider may choose to monitor you more closely and/or adjust your carvedilol dose if needed.
Cimetidine
If you are taking carvedilol and
cimetidine together, your body may metabolize carvedilol differently than intended. This can cause an increased level of the drug in your body. If you have been prescribed both of these medications, your healthcare provider may choose to monitor you more closely and/or adjust your carvedilol dose, depending on your particular situation.
Fluoxetine
If carvedilol and
fluoxetine are taken together, your body may metabolize carvedilol differently than intended. This can cause an increased level of the medication in your blood. If you are taking both of these medications, your healthcare provider may monitor you more closely and/or adjust your carvedilol dose if needed.
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