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Cardoz-12.5.

Carvedilol

Drug details

API

Drug classification

Dosage form

Tablet

API strength per dosage

Each Tablet Contains: Carvedilol EP 12.5 mg.

Dose

Mechanism of action

Carvedilol is a non-selective beta-adrenergic blocker with alpha-1 blocking activity. It inhibits beta-1 and beta-2 adrenergic receptors and alpha-1 adrenergic receptors, reducing heart rate, myocardial contractility, and peripheral vascular resistance, leading to decreased blood pressure.

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