Ucardol Tablet 6.25 mg contains Carvedilol, a non-selective beta-blocker with alpha-1 blocking activity used to manage high blood pressure (hypertension), heart failure, and certain heart conditions. Carvedilol helps the heart pump more efficiently and reduces the workload on the heart by slowing the heart rate and relaxing blood vessels.

Regular use of Ucardol Tablet can help lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart attacks, and improve symptoms of heart failure, enhancing overall cardiovascular health.

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Composition

• Active Ingredient: Carvedilol

• Strength: 6.25 mg per tablet

• Dosage Form: Oral tablet

• Pharmacological Class: Beta-blocker (Non-selective with alpha-1 blocking properties)

Mechanism of Action

Carvedilol works through multiple mechanisms:

• Beta-blockade: Reduces heart rate and cardiac workload

• Alpha-1 blockade: Relaxes blood vessels, lowering peripheral resistance

• Antioxidant properties: Protects the heart from oxidative stress

This combined effect helps manage hypertension, heart failure, and other cardiovascular conditions effectively.

Indications

Ucardol Tablet 6.25 mg is indicated for:

• Management of hypertension (high blood pressure)

• Treatment of chronic heart failure

• Post-myocardial infarction therapy to reduce mortality

• Management of angina pectoris and other cardiovascular disorders

Dosage and Administration

• Usual dose: 6.25 mg orally, once or twice daily, as prescribed by a physician

• Take the tablet with food to improve absorption and reduce stomach upset

• Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew

• Dosage may be gradually adjusted based on blood pressure, heart rate, and clinical response

Benefits

• Effectively reduces high blood pressure

• Improves heart function in heart failure patients

• Reduces the risk of cardiovascular events

• Helps manage angina and post-heart attack complications

• Convenient oral dosing for long-term therapy

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects may include:

• Dizziness or lightheadedness

• Fatigue or weakness

• Nausea or mild gastrointestinal upset

• Slow heart rate (bradycardia)

Rare but serious side effects:

• Severe hypotension (low blood pressure)

• Worsening of heart failure symptoms

• Shortness of breath or fluid retention

• Allergic reactions (rash, swelling, or difficulty breathing)

Consult your doctor if severe or persistent side effects occur.

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Precautions and Warnings

• Use with caution in patients with asthma, diabetes, or heart block

• Do not abruptly stop the medication; tapering may be required under medical supervision

• Inform your doctor about all current medications to prevent drug interactions

• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should use only under medical advice

• Regular monitoring of blood pressure and heart rate is recommended

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C

• Protect from light and moisture

• Keep out of reach of children.