carviflo 20mg capsule
What is carviflo 20mg capsule used for?
Cardivas 3.125 Tablet (Carvedilol) is used to treat CARDIAC. It contains Carvedilol (20mg), which Blocks beta-1, beta-2, and alpha-1 adrenergic receptors, leading to vasodilation. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Carvedilol
- Manufacturer: Ajanta Pharma Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ carviflo 20mg capsule Uses & Benefits
Hypertension, chronic heart failure, left ventricular dysfunction after myocardial infarction.
Off-label uses: Migraine prophylaxis, angina, arrhythmias, portal hypertension.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Carvedilol |
| Brand Name | Cardivas 3.125 Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Ajanta Pharma Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | CARDIAC |
| Action Class | Alpha & beta blocker |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Blocks beta-1, beta-2, and alpha-1 adrenergic receptors, leading to vasodilation and reduced heart rate.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take carviflo 20mg capsule
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of carviflo 20mg capsule
โ Common Side Effects
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Hypotension
- Bradycardia
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Weight gain
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Heart block
- Severe bradycardia
- Bronchospasm
- Hepatic injury
- Peripheral ischemia
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Anaphylaxis
- Thrombocytopenia
- Alopecia
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Verapamil | Major | Increased risk of bradycardia and heart block |
| Digoxin | Major | Increased digoxin levels and risk of toxicity |
| Insulin | Major | Enhanced hypoglycemic effect; may mask tachycardia |
๐จ Major Interactions
- CYP2D6 inhibitors (e.g., fluoxetine, paroxetine)
- CYP2C9 inhibitors (e.g., amiodarone)
- Calcium channel blockers (e.g., verapamil, diltiazem)
- Digoxin
- Clonidine
- Insulin and oral hypoglycemics
โก Moderate Interactions
- NSAIDs
- Rifampin
- Barbiturates
- Cimetidine
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- Grapefruit juice
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food delays absorption but does not affect bioavailability; take with food to reduce orthostatic hypotension.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Alcohol may enhance hypotensive effects; avoid excessive alcohol.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Bronchial asthma, severe bradycardia, heart block (2nd or 3rd degree), cardiogenic shock, decompensated heart failure, severe hepatic impairment.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Blood pressure, heart rate, ECG, blood glucose (in diabetics), renal function, hepatic function.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution.
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care; administer atropine for bradycardia, glucagon for myocardial depression, and vasopressors for hypotension.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered unless close to next dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.