Coreg
® (
carvedilol) is a prescription medication used to treat various conditions that affect the heart or blood vessels, such as
high blood pressure or
congestive heart failure. It can also help improve survival rates in people who have had a
heart attack. Coreg comes in the form of pills (tablets) and is available in the following strengths:
- Coreg 3.125 mg
- Coreg 6.25 mg
- Coreg 12.5 mg
- Coreg 25 mg.
As part of a class of drugs called
beta blockers, Coreg decreases heart rate and
blood pressure, as well as the workload on the heart. This medication also increases the efficiency of the heart, allowing more blood to be pumped out to the rest of the body.
Even though most people have no problems with the pill form of Coreg, the medication is not suitable for everyone. Before beginning treatment, talk to your healthcare provider about any other medical conditions you have and any other medications you are taking, including vitamins, supplements, and nonprescription drugs.
(Click Coreg for a more in-depth look at how Coreg pills work, potential side effects, general dosing guidelines, and information on what to tell your healthcare provider before using this medication.)
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