Question 1

what is a natural substitute for coreg (carvedilol)?

Accepted Answer

None: There is no "natural" alternative.

Question 2

i understand that 25 mg 2x is the maximum dosage of coreg (carvedilol). if correct  and my ejection fraction decreases what alternative medications are available?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you are taking Carvedilol for low systolic function, low ef, then you should be on other meds, e.g. Ace-i or arb as well. Depending on how low your ef is, you may need to be on others meds too. If your heart rate is not at goal with carvedilol, your physician may try you on other beta blockers.  Cause of low ef should be investigated and treated as well.

Question 3

what is carvedilol?

Accepted Answer

Beta blocker: Good medicine to treat hypertension, angina, some arrhythmias and heart failure. Well tolerated with very few side effects. 
As a general advise: this is the first question you need to ask the doctor who prescribed it and discuss all possible effects and side effects. Reading or asking over INTERNET is not as helpful.

Question 4

what is carvedilol prescribed for?

Accepted Answer

Carvedilol: Carvedilol is a beta blocker drug which is used for hypertension, heart failure and sometimes cardiac rhythm treatment.

Question 5

what is coreg (carvedilol) used for.

Accepted Answer

Coreg (carvedilol): Is used for heart failure or high blood pressure.

Question 6

please describe the medication: coreg (carvedilol)?

Accepted Answer

Carvediol beta block: It ia brand name for beta blocker carvediol, used to treat hypertension and congestive heart failure.
It is different from other beta blockers as it also has Alpha blocker properties.So it is both beta blocker(b1, b2) and Alpha blocker.

Question 7

can i eat grapefruit while taking coreg (carvedilol)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes that should be okay.

Question 8

i took carvedilol 9 hours apart by accident, is that ok?

Accepted Answer

: That should not be an issue, assume it was prescribed twice a day, some formulations are once a day. Make sure you have a way going forward to avoid misuse, pillbox, apps, etc.

Question 9

i happen to take 2 doses of carvedilol, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

: Do you usually take this medicine? What dose did you take? You should call your doctor to find out what to do. Are you having any symptoms like lightheadedness or dizziness? Shortness of breath? If you don’t usually take this medicine and you took a large dose, you may need to be seen in an ER but your doctor can determine that. Good luck to you!

Question 10

took extra double dose of carvedilol by mistake should there be concern?

Accepted Answer

Extra dose of carved: Depends on dose and reason you are taking it. Prob no problem, but please contact the member of you team who prescribed it.

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I understand that 25 mg 2x is the maximum dosage of coreg (carvedilol). if correct and my ejection fraction decreases what alternative medications are available?

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What is carvedilol?

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What is coreg (carvedilol) used for.

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Please describe the medication: coreg (carvedilol)?

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Can i eat grapefruit while taking coreg (carvedilol)?

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I took carvedilol 9 hours apart by accident, is that ok?

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Took extra double dose of carvedilol by mistake should there be concern?

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