Cardivas IN 3.125mg/5mg Tablet
Uses:
- Treatment of high blood pressure (hypertension).
- Treatment of angina (chest pain).
- Treatment of heart failure.
How it works: Cardivas IN 3.125mg/5mg tablet contains the active constituents Carvedilol and Ivabradine, which belong to antihypertensives. It helps to control high blood pressure and excess water and electrolyte from the body. The medication relaxes blood vessels by making the heart pump blood more efficiently, thereby reducing blood pressure and the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Dosage and administration:
- Take as advised by your doctor.
- Can be taken on an empty stomach or with food.
- Take at the same time each day.
- Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet; swallow whole with a glass of water.
Important safety advice:
- Do not take if you are allergic to Carvedilol, Ivabradine, or any of its ingredients.
- Inform your doctor about any kidney, diabetes, or liver-related problems before starting treatment.
- Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning a pregnancy.
- Regularly monitor blood pressure while using this medication.
- Store away from light and moisture, at a temperature below 30°C.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Interaction with other drugs: Inform your physician about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Cardivas IN 3.125mg/5mg tablet and cause undesirable side effects.
Side effects:
- Serious: slow heart rate, decreased blood pressure.
- Common: fever, change in taste, dizziness and tiredness, dryness of eyes, feeling sleepy, headaches, back pain, stomach upset, nausea, muscle pain.
FAQ:
Can I stop taking Cardivas IN 3.125mg/5mg tablet on my own? No, Cardivas IN 3.125mg/5mg tablet should not be stopped without proper care. It should be taken even if the patient is feeling well because stopping or missing a dose can increase hypertension and the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Is Cardivas IN 3.125mg/5mg tablet a blood thinner? No, Cardivas IN 3.125mg/5mg tablet does not belong to blood thinners. It is a beta blocker used to reduce high blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and nerves.
What are the side effects of Cardivas IN 3.125mg/5mg tablet? The common side effects are dizziness, headache, fatigue, tiredness, low blood pressure, diarrhea. These symptoms are relieved on their own.
How does Cardivas IN 3.125mg/5mg tablet work? Cardivas IN 3.125mg/5mg tablet works by blocking the action of chemicals in the heart, thereby controlling high blood pressure. It is also used in the treatment of angina and heart failure.
Does Cardivas IN 3.125mg/5mg tablet cause dryness? Yes, Cardivas IN 3.125mg/5mg tablet can cause dryness of eyes and mouth. Patients are recommended to use eye drops and drink a lot of water to avoid dryness.
Fact box:
- Molecule name: Carvedilol + Ivabradine
- Therapeutic class: Antihypertensive drugs
- Pharmacological class: Alpha blocker, Beta blocker
- Indications: High blood pressure, angina, heart failure