Carvedilol for Heart Failure User Reviews (Page 2)

Brand names: Coreg, Coreg CR

Carvedilol has an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from a total of 47 reviews for the treatment of Heart Failure. 60% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 26% reported a negative experience.

Reviews for Carvedilol

Rburks
Taken for 1 to 6 months
April 3, 2018

"I have had always had low BP and am very active. After Mitral Valve surgery, my ejection fraction (EF) was 29. I could still play tennis and lift weights even though the doctor was not sure how. He put me on Coreg to strengthen my EF, but it has no effect because lowering low BP and whatever else it supposed to do does not work. If I had high BP, maybe it would help, but it has only gone sideways or slightly down since I have been on Coreg for 6 months. I still play tennis, etc. The medicine should not be prescribed for people with Low BP in my opinion, but was told it is what is indicated for low EF."

1 / 10

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drugs
December 27, 2010

"I am doing so much better with carvediol than I did with Coreg. I know, I know, it's the same thing, but the dosage choices are much broader than with Coreg. I was having difficulty with the 20mg (1x daily) Coreg and switched to 6.25mg (2x daily) carvedilol and all the side effects went away (both drowsiness and dizziness). It has been three months since the switch and I am as happy as a person can be having to take medication(s)."

9 / 10

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Reactor
Taken for 1 to 6 months
May 17, 2023

Coreg (carvedilol) "I reacted immediately when Coreg was given to me in the hospital. Such bad diarrhea that I was kept an extra day to be sure I didn't have CDIF. Cardiologist was reluctant to lower the dosage, but daily issues continued. I asked to be switched to a half-dose of metoprolol, although in the past it had started to cause mild hallucinations after 5-1/2 months. Cardiologist insisted I take a full dose, which led to severe hallucinations and a bad fall in which I broke a vertebra in my spine after less than 3 months. I reported the problem to the cardiologist's office but received no response. Found a new cardiologist."

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Tina
Taken for 2 to 5 years
December 22, 2022

"I have used Carvedilol for 4 years after being diagnosed having heart failure at 45. I have never had any issues. I started with an EF of 33 and 2 years ago after my echocardiogram was told it was up to 55. I did gain some weight but a lot of that was from not moving around, I was so scared that I was gonna have a heart attack or something if I did. All in all, I've had a good experience using this drug."

10 / 10

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Nasty...
December 8, 2009

"I've taken Coreg CR for 3 years now since I was diagnosed with CHF. I was 425 lbs of sick puppy. Now I'm 225 and taking short walks. THis stuff saved my life. The side effects are minimal and manageable. If you feel dizzy take your coreg with food. A banana will stop the Nausea cold. I'd hug the people responsible for this drug! Thank you!"

9 / 10

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Twila
Taken for 5 to 10 years
March 12, 2023

Coreg (carvedilol) "I was diagnosed with heart failure in 2010 I took coreg. At first but I would become dizzy and light-headed. I was then put on Carvedilol 10 mg twice a day and had the same symptoms. I changed to time-released capsules 2 x 20mg capsules in the morning and I’m no longer lightheaded."

8 / 10

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night...
February 1, 2011

"Diagnosed with congestive heart failure in 2007. Dosage currently 25mg twice a day. Having no side effects and I am feeling pretty great. My heart doctor and my PCP both told me that this is will be a miracle medicine and they were right."

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Martij
Taken for 1 to 2 years
March 16, 2022

"I am pleased, overall, with the performance of Carvedilol for my heart diagnoses (irregular heartbeat, left ventricular dysfunction, heart failure, angina, and high blood pressure). I had a terrible experience, previously, with taking an ACE Inhibitor. So, after getting a thorough work-up at a top-level cardiology clinic (we live close to one of the top 3 in the country), I was put on Carvedilol (along w/ a Calcium Channel Blocker). I had low energy as a side effect, at first, so my Dr. reduced the amount to half the original dose. I have gotten used to having somewhat lower energy and accept that even without Carvedilol, at age 66, I'd be having lower energy anyway. I nap a bit more & that's OK. The fact that it is such a good fit for my diagnoses, is effective for me, and is free of serious side effects makes it a very good choice for me instead of ACE Inhibitors or ARBs."

9 / 10

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sandrad
Taken for 1 to 2 years
January 8, 2022

"I started this medicine last year and things just gradually got worse. I have congestive heart failure with left ventricular dysfunction and mitral valve issues. I was first prescribed this drug at 6.25 mg then switch to 12.5 mg and then 25. Twice a day. At 25 mg twice a day I could not even get out of bed. I was switched back to 12.5 mg twice a day. The last 6 months things have gradually gotten worse I have had severe body wide extreme pain. My hands my wrist, knees ankles toes and my back. I have been able to unable to sleep in any position. Within the last few months the congestion became worse. I also started getting rashes on my face and back. When I was sitting for a half an hour or more I could barely get up. I stopped this medicine today. I know that is dangerous. But I can no longer tolerate the pain and since it's the weekend I can't get a hold of my cardiologist. I found an alternative doctor who treats heart failure with alternative natural remedies."

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Susan
Taken for 1 to 2 years
October 31, 2021

"I had a dermatological procedure on my face called blue light for some precancerous spots. It left me with neurological damage to my nerves basically fried them so my face was red like an apple. I was put on 10 pills 60 mg. To heal the nerves. Was on it for a year and 1/2. I’m an exercise freak, eat organically and was extremely healthy. This drug played havoc with my body. I developed bad lower abdominal cramping and backache along with upper abdominal irradiation. My urinary track was hurting me with little flow and urge to go. Each one came on separately. It continued for about 3 months. I assumed it was the drug because I’ve never had issues. I didn’t want to stop meds because my face was being cured. There are no other ways to cure this. Finally I weaned myself off the drug which basically took 3 1/2 weeks. I’ve had every test available to figure out what is wrong from MRI, ultra sounds, blood, biopsies of everything nothing found. Now I need a colonoscopy . Still in pain"

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Ctnach
August 21, 2015

Coreg (carvedilol) "I have been taking Coreg for over 5 years and it has been a lifesaver. I am 79 years young and my quality of life is amazing. The only problem is the cost."

10 / 10

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pepis...
September 28, 2008

Coreg (carvedilol) "I had congestive heart failure 6 years ago. In my opinion Coreg has saved my life. I thank God, my cardiologist informed me of this drug."

10 / 10

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Anonymous
August 30, 2011

Coreg (carvedilol) "Great when you start at a low dose. Then as Doctor increases dose I get less and less benefit. "

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xnorb
May 30, 2015

Coreg (carvedilol) "succeededin improving EF by 60 per cent"

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Anonymous
October 7, 2009

Coreg (carvedilol) "My dad uses this medication for 3 years now, after he was staying in the hospital with heart failure for almost 10 days. He never had that situation repeated since that..."

9 / 10

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Anonymous
December 22, 2008

Coreg (carvedilol) "Great for congestive heart failure."

9 / 10

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wes
Taken for 2 to 5 years
August 31, 2012

"This medicine has worked wonders, with my congestive heart failure, high blood pressure and atrial fibrillation."

10 / 10

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Gonzo...
October 23, 2016

"Been using since trial days. Was part of trial. Coreg saved my life. Cost of drug is too high, though. Also, at times it may cause dizziness, but that passes quickly. Do take with meal."

10 / 10

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allen
December 10, 2007

"I have been on coreg and then carvedilol for 11/2 years due to myocardium congestive heart failure. this drug has been a life saver for me. thank you "

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MsBle...
July 20, 2010

Coreg CR (carvedilol) "I have been taking carvedilol tablets 6.25 since 2008 and it's great. I have very few side effects if any when I first started taking it, otherwise three thumbs up!"

8 / 10

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bioha...
February 25, 2009

"Although it has only been three months my quality of life is so much better than before. An answer to my prayer to fix my heart. Thank you!"

10 / 10

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Mikail
Taken for 2 to 5 years
February 1, 2022

"Worked well to counteract heart failure due to cardiomyopathy. Causes me significant joint and muscular pain. Still alive."

7 / 10

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JustA...
March 9, 2016

"Works better for migraines than the other beta blockers. No side effects. Haven't had a headache since i been on it."

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Dude
Taken for 1 to 6 months
September 18, 2022

"Coreg makes me very dizzy and tired. I hate taking it, dr won't take me off of it."

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Oliboy
Taken for 1 to 6 months
April 19, 2017

"Works better with the diuretic hydrochlothiazide."

6 / 10

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