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Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet

Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsCarvedilol
Description
Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet is a medication used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure) and congestive heart failure (the reduced ability of the heart to pump enough blood throughout the body). It works by relaxing the blood vessels and improving the blood flow throughout the body. Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet shows common side effects such as weight gain, tiredness, diarrhoea, weakness, dryness in the eyes, increased blood sugar levels, etc. If these symptoms persist or become worse, consult your doctor for further assistance. Avoid driving vehicles or operating heavy machines while taking this medication as it can cause dizziness. Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet may be taken with food or as directed by your doctor. Take it at the same time daily for the ease of remembering. Do not discontinue the medicine without consulting your doctor as it can worsen your condition. Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet due to the increased risk of side effects. Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Avoid taking this medicine if you have severe liver conditions, slow heartbeats, cardiogenic shock (a serious condition in which the heart is suddenly unable to pump enough blood throughout the body), sick sinus syndrome (a type of heart rhythm disorder), or respiratory problems (such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have phaeochromocytoma (tumour of the adrenal glands, glands located on top of the kidneys), thyroid problem (abnormal production of hormones by the thyroid gland), diabetes (high blood sugar level), prinzmetal's angina (severe chest pain due to spasms in the blood vessel that carry blood to the heart, thus causing reduced blood flow), Raynaud's syndrome (decreased blood flow in some parts of the body especially toes and fingers), or kidney condition. Inform your doctor about the use of this medicine before undergoing surgery. Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age due to insufficient safety and efficacy data. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking the medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet

  • Dizziness
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Weight gain
  • Swelling of ankles or feet
  • Headache
  • Increased sweating
  • Back pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • Unusual tiredness and weakness
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Cough
  • Low blood pressure
  • Increased blood sugar levels

Uses of Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Hypertension
  • Congestive Heart Failure
  • Left Ventricular Dysfunction
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet shows its action within one hour of intake. However, it can take days or weeks to show its full effect.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet as it can lower blood pressure drastically and cause side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, changes in heart rate, etc.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor to understand the potential risks and benefits before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is unknown if Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet passes into breastmilk. Hence consult your doctor before taking this medicine while breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Respiratory Conditions

Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet is not recommended if you have respiratory conditions such as asthma (narrowing of the airways that cause breathing difficulty), bronchitis (swelling in the airways that carry air to and from the lungs), or emphysema (shortness of breath due to damage in the air sacs of the lungs) as it can worsen your health.

Heart block greater than first degree

Heart block is when your heartbeats are abnormally slow or irregular. First-degree heart block is the least severe, second-degree heart block is severe and can often progress to third-degree heart block, the most severe form. Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet is not recommended if you have a second or third-degree heart block as it may worsen your condition.

Severe bradycardia

Bradycardia or slow heartbeat is when your heart beats less than 60 times per minute. Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe bradycardia.

Cardiogenic shock

Cardiogenic shock is a serious condition in which the heart suddenly stops pumping enough blood to the vital organs of the body. Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet can further reduce cardiac output (amount of blood the heart pumps out in a minute) and blood pressure, which can be harmful if you have a cardiogenic shock.

Severe liver impairment

Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet is not recommended if you have severe liver problems as it can worsen your condition.

Sick sinus syndrome

Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet is not recommended if you have sick sinus syndrome (inability to create an adequate heart rate by the heart's natural pacemaker) as it can worsen your condition.

Decompensated heart failure

Heart failure is a condition in which the heart is unable to pump a sufficient amount of blood to meet the body's demands. Acute decompensated heart failure refers to the sudden worsening of the signs and symptoms of heart failure, such as breathing difficulty, swelling in the legs and feet, tiredness, etc. Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in case of acute decompensated heart failure requiring IV inotropic treatment (treatment to stimulate a weakened or injured heart and improve its pumping ability).
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor to understand the potential risks and benefits before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

It is unknown if Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet passes into breastmilk. Hence consult your doctor before taking this medicine while breastfeeding.
General warnings

Use in children

Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 18 years of age due to the lack of safety and efficacy data.

Driving vehicles or operating machines

Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet may cause dizziness and fatigue. Hence, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine until you know how this medicine affects you.

Phaeochromocytoma

Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you are suspected of having phaeochromocytoma (tumour of the adrenal glands, small triangular-shaped glands located on top of both kidneys), as it may cause an increase in blood pressure. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Thyroid condition

Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have a thyroid condition (abnormal production of hormones by the thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck). Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Avoid discontinuing this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Diabetes

Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have diabetes (abnormally high blood sugar level), as this medicine may cause an alteration in blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly while you are taking this medicine.

Prinzmetal's Angina

Prinzmetal's Angina refers to severe chest pain due to spasms in the blood vessel that carry blood to the heart, thus causing reduced blood flow. Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have Prinzmetal's angina as it may provoke chest pain. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Raynaud's syndrome

Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet should be taken with caution if you have Raynaud's syndrome (decreased blood flow in some parts of the body especially toes and fingers) as it may further aggravate the condition. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Kidney condition

Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney problems, as this medicine may cause further decline in kidney function. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor.

Scheduled surgery

Inform your doctor on a priority basis if you are undergoing a scheduled surgery while taking Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip the scheduled dose of Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet. In case you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the recommended dose. Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose with Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet as it can lower blood pressure drastically and cause side effects such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, changes in heart rate, etc.
Interaction with Medicine

Prednisolone

Formoterol

Verapamil

Glimepiride

Methylprednisolone

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet with food. Do not chew, crush, or break the tablet. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Take this tablet at the same time daily to maintain a constant level of the medicine in the body and for the ease of remembering. Never take more or less than the prescribed dose as it may alter the effects of the medicine or increase the risk of side effects. Do not discontinue the medicine without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen your condition. Adopt appropriate lifestyle changes such as eating food low in salt and fat level and exercising regularly to get maximum benefits.
Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Cardivas 12.5 MG Tablet works by relaxing the blood vessels and improving the blood flow.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Non-cardioselective beta blockers

Schedule

Schedule H

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