About Carvedilol
Medically reviewed by Dr Khizer Hussain Junaidy, MD Pharmacology, Diabetologist & Bariatric Physician, on 23 Oct 2026.
What it is for
A beta blocker used in heart failure and high BP.
How to take it
Take it twice a day with food. The dose is increased slowly.
Common side effects
- Dizziness on standing.
- Tiredness, slow pulse.
Call your doctor if
- Fainting.
- Breathlessness or sudden weight gain.
Take care
Do not stop suddenly. Not for people with asthma: tell the doctor if you have asthma or wheezing. It can hide the shaking and fast heartbeat of a low sugar.
From our clinic: Rise slowly from bed or a chair.