Carvedilol is a beta-blocker. Beta-blockers affect the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).
Carvedilol is used to treat heart failure and hypertension (high blood pressure). It is also used after a heart attack that has caused your heart not to pump as well.
Usage
Take this medication by mouth, with a meal, as directed by your doctor, usually 2 times a day.
Carvedilol works best if you take it with food.
Side effects
Drowsiness, dizziness may occur.
To make sure carvedilol is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have: diabetes (taking carvedilol can make it harder for you to tell when you have low blood sugar).
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