Dilatrend

Dilatrend is a pharmacological drug belonging to the group of alpha and beta adrenergic blockers. It is manufactured by several companies, including Boehringer Mannheim and Hoffmann-La Roche in Germany, and Hoffmann-La Roche/Roche S.p.A. in Italy. Its international name is Carvedilol, and it is also known by several synonyms, including Acridilol, Vedicardol, Corvetrend, Cardivas, Coriol and Talliton.

Dilatrend is available in several dosage forms, including 6.25 mg, 12.5 mg, 25 mg and 6.5 mg tablets. Its active substance is carvedilol.

The drug is indicated for the treatment of arterial hypertension, angina pectoris and chronic heart failure. However, it has a number of contraindications, including hypersensitivity to the drug, decompensated heart failure, severe bradycardia, AV block II-III degree, sinoatrial block, sick sinus syndrome, shock, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, bronchial asthma, severe liver damage, pregnancy , lactation, childhood and adolescence (up to 18 years).

In addition, Dilatrend can cause a number of side effects, including dizziness, headache, weakness, syncope, depression, sleep disorders, paresthesia, bradycardia, impaired AV conduction, postural hypertension, edema, deterioration of peripheral circulation, progression of heart failure, acute renal failure , nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, vomiting, nasal congestion, bronchospastic reactions, pain in the extremities, xerophthalmia, increased levels of transaminases in the blood, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia, hyperglycemia, weight gain and allergic skin rashes.

If you are taking Dilatrend, you should avoid drinking alcohol and be careful when doing work that requires increased alertness and reaction time. In addition, it is necessary to reduce the dose gradually to prevent the development of withdrawal syndrome.

Finally, the interaction of Dilatrend with other drugs can lead to various consequences. For example, the use of Dilatrend in combination with MAO inhibitors, antidepressants, antihistamines and some other drugs may increase the hypotensive effect, which can lead to serious complications. Therefore, before starting to take Dilatrend, you should consult your doctor and inform him about all medications you are taking, including vitamins and dietary supplements.

In general, Dilatrend is an effective drug for the treatment of arterial hypertension, angina pectoris and chronic heart failure. However, it has a number of contraindications and can cause side effects, so it should be taken only as prescribed by a doctor and under his supervision.