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Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet
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Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and certain heart conditions after a heart attack. It contains carvedilol, a beta blocker that works by relaxing blood vessels and slowing the heart rate, helping to improve blood flow and reduce strain on the heart. Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet should be taken under strict medical supervision as part of a comprehensive heart care plan.
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Introduction
Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet contains the active ingredient carvedilol. It belongs to the class of anti-hypertensive medications called beta blockers. This medicine is mainly prescribed for Cardivas 3.125mg for hypertension, angina pectoris (chest pain), and Cardivas 3.125mg for heart failure.
Hypertension refers to increased blood pressure in arteries (>140/90), and heart failure is a chronic medical condition when the heart is unable to pump blood efficiently. Angina pectoris occurs when the heart muscle (myocardium) does not receive enough blood and oxygen for proper functioning.
Patients can check Cardivas 3.125mg price before purchase and may also buy Cardivas 3.125mg online from trusted pharmacies. For those comparing options, there are multiple Carvedilol 3.125mg brands available, along with Cardivas 3.125mg substitute medicines if prescribed by a doctor.
Understanding the Cardivas 3.125mg dosage and following it strictly as directed is important for safety and effectiveness. The Cardivas 3.125mg composition makes it a reliable treatment choice, but it should always be taken under medical supervision.
Uses
Cardivas 3.125mg uses are
- Treats hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina pectoris (chest pain)
- Adjunctive treatment of moderate to severe chronic heart failure.
How Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet works
Cardivas 3.125mg tablet works by relaxing blood arteries by inhibiting the effects of some natural neurotransmitters, such as epinephrine which is also called adrenaline. As a result, the elevated blood pressure is reduced, the heartbeat is gradually reduced with less force, and the chance of having a stroke, a heart attack, or other heart problems is reduced. Thus, improves the efficiency of the heart in pumping blood throughout the body.
Interaction of Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet with other drugs
Inform your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications interact with Carvedilol may reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
Storage conditions
- Do not store above 30 ° C.
How to take Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet
Take Cardivas 3.125mg tablet as prescribed by your doctor. It should be taken with food and swallow this medicine as a whole. Do not chew, break or crush it. Do not stop taking this tablet without consulting your healthcare provider.
Safety Advice for Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet
Breast Feeding
Do not breastfeed while using Cardivas 3.125mg tablet. This medication tends to pass into the breast milk, and it may be unsafe during breastfeeding.
Alcohol
Avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with Cardivas 3.125mg tablet, as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause dizziness, fainting, or headache.
Liver
Cardivas 3.125mg tablet should be used with caution in severe liver disease patients and requires dose adjustment based on the condition.
Lungs
Inform your doctor if you have asthma or other lung problems (such as bronchitis or emphysema) while taking Cardivas 3.125mg tablet.
Driving
This medicine can cause dizziness or fatigue. Avoid driving or using machines while taking Cardivas 3.125mg tablet.
Pregnancy
Cardivas 3.125mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy unless prescribed by your doctor. Your physician will weigh the risks and potential benefits before prescribing them to you.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medications cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Cardivas 3.125mg side effects are
Serious
- Edema (swelling of hands and feet)
- Bradycardia
- Hypercholesterolaemia (high cholesterol in blood)
- Cardiac failure
Common
- Headache and dizziness
- Fatigue
- Hypotension (low blood pressure)
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
- Weight gain
- Dry eye (decreased lacrimation)
- Upper respiratory tract infection, Bronchitis
- Urinary tract infection
- Anemia (decreased red blood cells)
- Depression
- Pain
Expert Tips
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Check your blood sugar levels and blood pressure regularly, and consult your doctor if you notice any changes.
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Inform your physician if you experience fainting or dizziness while standing.
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If such symptoms occur, sit or lie down immediately.
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Let your healthcare provider know if you wear contact lenses, as this tablet can reduce tear production.
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Follow a low-salt diet and maintain regular exercise for better results.
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Avoid drinking grapefruit juice while taking Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet, as it may increase the drug’s blood levels.
FAQs about Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet
Q1.
What happens if you take Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet on an empty stomach?
Cardivas 3.125mg tablet should be taken with food. If you take this medication on an empty stomach, it may increase the risk of some adverse effects. Do not discontinue this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Q2.
Can children use Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet?
No, Cardivas 3.125mg tablet is not recommended for usage in children under the age of 18.
Q3.
Is it safe to take Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet while drinking grapefruit juice?
No, Consuming grapefruit juice while taking Cardivas 3.125mg tablet can raise the blood level of this medication. Hence, it should be avoided while taking this medicine.
Q4.
What are the uses of Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet?
Cardivas 3.125mg tablet is used to treat hypertension, angina pectoris, and heart failure.
Q5.
What class of medication is Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet?
Cardivas 3.125mg tablet belongs to a group of anti-hypertensive medicines called beta blockers.
Q6.
Who is contraindicated to taking Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet?
Patients with bradycardia, bronchial asthma, emphysema, heart block, severe liver disease, heart failure, and sick sinus syndrome (heart rhythm disorder affects the natural pacemaker of the heart) are contraindicated to taking Cardivas 3.125mg tablet.
Q7.
Can I take Amlodipine and Cardivas 3.125mg tablet together?
No, It is not recommended to take Amlodipine and Cardivas 3.125mg tablet together because it may raise the risk of low heart rate and low blood pressure (BP) that leads to headache, dizziness, light-headedness, fainting, or changes in pulse/heartbeat.
Q8.
Can I drink alcohol with Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet?
Taking alcohol is unsafe with Cardivas 3.125mg tablet as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause some undesirable side effects like dizziness, fainting, or headache.
Q9.
Does Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet cause a slow heart rate?
Yes, Cardivas 3.125mg tablet slows the heart rate and aids with blood vessel relaxation. This lessens the load on the heart and facilitates the flow of blood to various body parts.
Fact Box of Cardivas 3.125mg Tablet
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Molecule name |
Carvedilol |
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Therapeutic class |
Beta-blockers |
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Pharmacological class |
Anti-hypertensive |
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Indications |
Treats hypertension, angina pectoris, and chronic heart failure. |
References
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Drugs acting on ANS, 7th Edition, 2013, 150-154.
- GlaxoSmithKline; US Food & Drug Administration, [Revised on Feb 2005] [Accessed on 17 March 2023 ],https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2017/020297s038lbl.pdf
- Milpharm Limited., Electronic medicines compendium (EMC), [Revised on Feb 2018] [Accessed on 17 March 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/3106/smpc#gref
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Written By
Hemamalini R.
B. Pharm
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Dr. Tejashwin Adiga
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Last updated : 22 Jun 2026 | 11:14 AM (IST)
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