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Carvedilol Extended-Release Capsules and Liver disease

Result of checking the interaction of drug Carvedilol Extended-Release Capsules and disease Liver disease for safety when used together.

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Carvedilol Extended-Release Capsules <> Liver disease

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Carvedilol is extensively metabolized by the liver. Patients with cirrhosis have demonstrated significantly higher plasma concentrations (approximately 4 to 7-fold) of carvedilol compared to healthy individuals. The use of carvedilol is contraindicated in patients with severe hepatic impairment.

References:

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Carvedilol Extended-Release Capsules

Generic Name: carvedilol

Brand Name: Coreg, Coreg CR

Synonyms: Carvedilol

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