Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) Information
Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. The alternative uses of Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Carca CR 40 Tablet (10)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) in conditions like Diabetes, Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) contraindications section.
Besides this, Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Carca CR 40 Tablet (10), it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) Benefits & Uses
Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)
Other Benefits
Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) Related Warnings
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Is the use of Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) safe for pregnant women?
Carca can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Carca right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Moderate -
Is the use of Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) safe during breastfeeding?
Carca is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Carca on the kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) on the Liver?
Carca has very mild side effects on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) on the Heart?
Carca is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) with Other Drugs
Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
- Healthy Life Amiodarone 100 Tablet
- Healthy Life Amiodarone 200 Tablet
- Cordarone Tablet
- Cordarone X Tablet
Moderate
Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Depression
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Diabetes
- Asthma
- Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
- Liver Disease
- Glaucoma
Frequently asked Questions about Carca CR 40 Tablet (10)
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Is this Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) habit forming or addictive?
Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) is not addictive in nature.
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Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) as you may feel sleepy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) for mental disorders.
No
Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Carca CR 40 Tablet (10)
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Carca CR 40 Tablet (10)
Consuming Carca CR 40 Tablet (10) with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 564
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Coreg® (carvedilol)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Coreg Cr® (carvedilol phosphate)
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 564
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Coreg® (carvedilol)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Coreg Cr® (carvedilol phosphate)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Vedilol® (carvedilol)