Carvikem 20 Cr Tablet 10

CARVIKEM 20 CR TABLET 10 is used for the following:

• Managing high blood pressure
• Treating chest pain (angina pectoris)
• Helping with congestive heart failure
• Improving heart function
• Reducing the workload on the heart
• Lowering the risk of stroke and heart attack
• Enhancing blood flow to the heart
• Controlling irregular heartbeat
• Supporting patients after a heart attack
• Managing certain cardiovascular disorders

Follow these instructions while taking CARVIKEM 20 CR TABLET 10:

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, break, or chew the tablet.
• Take the medicine at the same time each day.
• Continue taking this medicine regularly, even if you feel well.
• Never stop taking this medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor.
• If you have any concerns about how to take this medicine, consult your doctor.

CARVIKEM 20 CR TABLET 10 is taken orally.

CARVIKEM 20 CR TABLET 10 contains carvedilol (20 mg), which works on the body as follows:

• Beta-1 receptor blockade: Carvedilol blocks beta-1 receptors in the heart, which reduces heart rate and the force of heart contractions, decreasing the workload on your heart.
• Beta-2 receptor blockade: By blocking beta-2 receptors in your blood vessels and lungs, carvedilol helps prevent certain hormones from affecting these areas, contributing to its overall effect on blood pressure.
• Alpha-1 receptor blockade: Carvedilol also blocks alpha-1 receptors in your blood vessels, causing them to relax and widen (vasodilation), which reduces resistance to blood flow and lowers blood pressure.
• Controlled-release action: The controlled-release (CR) formulation allows the medicine to be released slowly into your body.

Follow these instructions while storing CARVIKEM 20 CR TABLET 10:

• Store the medication at temperatures below 30°C.
• Keep away from direct light and moisture.
• Store in the original packaging until ready to use.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the package.

• Reduce salt intake: Limiting salt consumption helps manage high blood pressure, which complements how CARVIKEM 20 CR TABLET 10 works to control hypertension.
• Regular physical activity: Engage in moderate exercise like brisk walking for 30 minutes daily to improve heart function and help manage angina (chest pain) and heart failure.