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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), moderate to severe heart failure, and angina (heart-related chest pain). Besides this, it also reduces the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults. It contains Carvedilol, which acts by relaxing blood vessels and lowering the raised blood pressure. It makes the heart beat with less force and reduces the risk of stroke, heart attack, or other heart problems. In some cases, you may experience diarrhoea, headache, weight gain, slow heartbeat, dry eyes, tiredness, dizziness, or low blood pressure. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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CARVEDILOL-12.5MG

Consume Type :

ORAL

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3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET

CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), moderate to severe heart failure, and angina (heart-related chest pain). Besides this, CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET also reduces the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults. High blood pressure is a condition in which the force of blood against the artery walls is very high. It will be an addition to the workload of the heart and arteries. If it continues for a long time, the heart and arteries may not function properly and damage the heart, brain, and kidneys' blood vessels, resulting in heart failure, stroke, or kidney failure.

CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET contains Carvedilol, which acts by relaxing blood vessels by blocking the action of certain natural substances like epinephrine or adrenaline. Thus, it lowers the raised blood pressure and keeps the heartbeat slowly and with less force, reducing the risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or other heart problems.

Take CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience diarrhoea, headache, weight gain, slow heartbeat, dry eyes, tiredness, dizziness, or low blood pressure. Most of these side effects of CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET. If you are about to undergo any surgery, you must inform your doctor that you are taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET. Avoid taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET if you have bronchitis, asthma, emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath), severe liver disease, heart block, slow heart rate, or sick sinus syndrome (abnormal heart rhythms caused by malfunction of the heart’s natural pacemaker). If you have diabetes, coronary artery disease, fluid retention, thyroid disorder, angina (chest pain), kidney disease, slow heartbeats, Raynaud’s syndrome (a circulatory problem), or pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), inform your doctor before taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET.

Uses of CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET

Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain), Myocardial infarction (heart failure).

Directions for Use

Take CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water daily at the same time for effective results. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET contains Carvedilol in the controlled release form, which plays a vital role in relaxing blood vessels by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body. Thereby lowers the blood pressure and reduces the risk of having a stroke, a heart attack or other heart problems.

How CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET Works

CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET contains Carvedilol, which acts by relaxing blood vessels by blocking the action of certain natural substances like epinephrine or adrenaline. Thus, it lowers the raised blood pressure and keeps the heartbeat slowly and with less force, reducing the risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or other heart problems.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET

  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Weight gain
  • Slow heartbeat
  • Dry eyes
  • Tiredness
  • Dizziness
  • Low blood pressure

What if I have taken an overdose of CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include shortness of breath, uneven heartbeats, weakness, dizziness, bluish-coloured fingernails, seizures (fits) and fainting. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET. If you are about to undergo any surgery, you are advised to inform your doctor that you are taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET. Avoid taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET if you have bronchitis, asthma, emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath), severe liver disease, heart block, slow heart rate, or sick sinus syndrome (abnormal heart rhythms caused by malfunction of the heart’s natural pacemaker). If you have diabetes, coronary artery disease, fluid retention, thyroid disorder, angina (chest pain), kidney disease, slow heartbeats, Raynaud’s syndrome (a circulatory problem), or pheochromocytoma (tumor in the adrenal glands), inform your doctor before taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CarvedilolThioridazine
Critical
CarvedilolColchicine
Severe

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CarvedilolThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET:
Coadministration of thioridazine with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET can increase the risk of low blood pressure especially when standing up.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Thioridazine with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience any excessive sweating, palpitations, chest discomfort, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
CarvedilolColchicine
Severe
How does the drug interact with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET:
Coadministration of Colchicine with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET increases colchicine levels in the blood, leading to increased side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Colchicine and CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET together may possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if your doctor prescribes it. However, if you experience any symptoms like vomiting, stomach pain, muscle pain, or weakness, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting your doctor.
CarvedilolEfavirenz
Severe
How does the drug interact with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET:
When CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET is taken with Efavirenz, blood levels of CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET can be increased.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET with Efavirenz together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you experience any unusual symptoms consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
CarvedilolMorphine
Severe
How does the drug interact with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET:
Taking Morphine with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Morphine and CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you notice any shortness of breath, dizziness, or weakness, consult a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
CarvedilolInsulin aspart
Severe
How does the drug interact with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET:
Taking Insulin aspart with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET may increase the therapeutic efficacy of CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET.

How to manage the interaction:
There could be a possible interaction between insulin aspart and CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience any unusual symptoms like shaking, palpitations, rapid heartbeat. Do not stop any medications without consulting a doctor.
CarvedilolTizanidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET:
Coadministration of CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET and Tizanidine may increase the risk of low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET with Tizanidine together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you experience symptoms like headache, dizziness, excessive sweating, or palpitations, contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
CarvedilolCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET:
Taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET and Ceritinib can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ceritinib with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor if you experience dizziness, shortness of breath, palpitations, or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
CarvedilolDiltiazem
Severe
How does the drug interact with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET:
Coadministration of Diltiazem and CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET may increase the risk of developing side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET with Diltiazem together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor if you experience shortness of breath, chest pain, palpitations, and swelling of legs. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
CarvedilolTheophylline
Severe
How does the drug interact with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET:
Taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET with theophylline, could make CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET less effective and increase the effects of theophylline.

How to manage the interaction:
Although CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET and theophylline can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience vomiting, restlessness, palpitations, or difficulty breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CarvedilolSalmeterol
Severe
How does the drug interact with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET:
Taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET and Salmeterol may reduce the effects of both medications.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Salmeterol and CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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CARVEDILOL-12.5MGVitamin B complex foods, Vitamin B12 rich foods
Moderate

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CARVEDILOL-12.5MGVitamin B complex foods, Vitamin B12 rich foods
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Avocado, Beetroot, Cereals, Cheese, Chicken, Black Beans, Eggs, Clams, Chickpea, Whole Grains, Shellfish, Spinach, Salmon, Red Meat, Oysters, Potatoes, Kidney Beans, Mackerel, Milk, Kale, Tuna, Yogurt, Liver, Low-Fat Milk, Trout, Fortified Breakfast Cereal, Fish, Beef

How to manage the interaction:
The effects of CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET may be reduced if taken along with multivitamins and minerals. Give CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET and multivitamins and minerals at least two hours gap in between doses to avoid interaction. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a low salt diet and minimize eating processed foods as they contain more sodium. Try to replace salt with spices or herbs to add flavor to the food.

  • Do regular exercise such as cycling, walking, jogging, dancing, or swimming for a minimum of 30 minutes per day.

  • Chronic stress may also cause high blood pressure. Therefore, avoid stress by changing your expectations, the way you react in certain situations, and do activities that you enjoy by making time for yourself.

  • Maintain a diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products.

  • Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid-containing foods in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil which may help in lowering high blood pressure.

  • Quit smoking and avoid the consumption of alcohol.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- HYPERTENSIVES

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure and cause adverse effects such as dizziness, fainting, light-headedness or headache.

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Pregnancy

Caution

CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET is a Category C pregnancy drug and is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET is excreted in human milk. Therefore, avoid breastfeeding while taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET as it may cause adverse effects in the baby.

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Driving

Caution

CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET may cause dizziness or tiredness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel dizzy or tired after taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET.

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Liver

Caution

Take CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Unsafe

CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness are not established.

FAQs

CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure), moderate to severe heart failure, and angina (heart-related chest pain). Besides this, it also reduces the risk of heart attack or stroke in adults.
CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET contains Carvedilol that works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in your body. This lowers the blood pressure and helps in reducing the risk of having a stroke, a heart attack or other heart problems in the future.
You are recommended to avoid sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium-rich foods with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET as they may reduce the effect of CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET. Also, avoid intake of grapefruit juice with CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET as it may increase the levels of CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET in blood and cause adverse effects.
CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET may cause dry eyes in some patients. It is not necessary for everyone taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET to experience this side effect. Therefore, inform your doctor if you wear contact lenses before taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET.
You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET as it may cause CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET overdose resulting in symptoms such as dizziness, fits, fainting, weakness, bluish-coloured fingernails, uneven heartbeats and shortness of breath. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET, please consult a doctor immediately.
You are not recommended to take CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET with amlodipine as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of low blood pressure and low heart rate resulting in symptoms such as light-headedness, dizziness, changes in heartbeat or pulse, fainting or headache. However, if you experience any of these symptoms, please consult a doctor immediately. If you are supposed to use these medicines together, you are advised to contact your doctor so that the dose may be adjusted to use safely.
No, do not stop using CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET without consulting your doctor even if you find symptomatic relief as discontinuing suddenly may cause chest pain or a heart attack. Therefore, take CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while using CARZEC 12.5MG TABLET, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Stiefel India Ltd., 401& 402, A Wing, IV Floor, Floral Deck Plaza, Opp. Rolta Bhavan, Central MIDC Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai – 400093
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