Carvedilol

Other names: Coreg

Categories: Prescription Medication

Description:

Carvedilol is a non-selective beta-blocker with additional alpha-blocking effects, used for hypertension, especially in patients with coexisting heart failure or post-myocardial infarction. It lowers blood pressure by reducing heart rate, contractility, and vascular resistance. While not typically a first-line therapy for uncomplicated hypertension, it’s very useful in patients with cardiovascular disease. Common side effects include fatigue, dizziness, and bradycardia. Carvedilol is usually started at a low dose and titrated carefully, particularly in heart failure patients.

Treatment For:

Hypertension

AI generated Summary: Based on the single review provided, Carvedilol appears to be an effective treatment for hypertension, particularly in patients with coexisting heart conditions such as heart failure or post-myocardial infarction. The reviewer, a doctor, rates the treatment 4 out of 5 and highlights its combined beta- and alpha-blocking effects, which help lower blood pressure and improve heart function simultaneously.

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Dr. Curbside

May 25, 2025

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Carvedilol is not usually a first-line treatment for uncomplicated hypertension but is highly valuable in patients with heart failure, post-MI, or other forms of cardiovascular disease. Its combined beta- and alpha-blocking effects help lower blood pressure while also improving heart function. Carvedilol is typically used when when hypertension coexists with reduced ejection fraction or other cardiac indications.

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