Carvedilol for Heart Failure User Reviews (Page 2)

• 9 L...
• August 18, 2019

"Two weeks into taking Coreg CR 10 mg, I noticed blurring vision, felt like I was walking with a lean to the right side, and dizzy, kind of like after four beers chugged in ten minutes, and would break out in cold sweats with chest tightness. I quit for one day and called a nurse, telling her the above. She agreed no more CR at 10 mg, so I switched to the 3.125 mg morning and evening dosage. Wow, what a difference in how you feel and act. The reason I am on this drug is I had my lungs fill up with fluid, and they have no idea the reason as to why, as I was in bed and merely rolled over, oxygen level tumbled down into the 60s, and I had very bad wheezing and felt as if I were drowning, and I know that sensation all too well. But without any form of insurance, I could not have all the tests most people get, but I did have a nuclear stress test which showed no blockages, and the echo showed an EF of 34%, so the diagnosis was CHF."

• Bel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 14, 2018

"Started taking carvedilol the first week of May. My EF is at 33%. In the first week, I already felt a difference. Prior symptoms were chest pressure, shortness of breath, extreme fatigue. I would say these symptoms are 80% gone now. I feel it's time to start my cardio workouts again! In two months, I will have another echocardiogram. Hopefully, I see some improvements. Also, I would like to add that in some reviews I read of people combining CoQ10 with this medicine, and I am now taking it as well. I feel more energized, and I feel it makes the side effects of carvedilol dissipate with it."

• Rbu...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 3, 2018

"I have 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's 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 I was told it is what is indicated for low EF."

• Tin...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• December 22, 2022

"I have used carvedilol for 4 years after being diagnosed with heart failure at 45. I have never had any issues. I started with an EF of 33, and 2 years ago after my echocardiogram, I 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."

• Nas...
• 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!"

• Rea...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 17, 2023

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. The 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. The 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."

• nig...
• February 1, 2011

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

• Mar...
• 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 three in the country), I was put on Carvedilol (along with a calcium channel blocker). I had low energy as a side effect at first, so my doctor 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, and 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."

• san...
• 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 switched to 12.5 mg and then 25 mg, 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. For the last 6 months, things have gradually gotten worse, I have had severe body-wide extreme pain-my hands, my wrists, knees, ankles, toes, and my back. I have been 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 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."

• Sus...
• 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. I was on it for a year and a half. 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 tract 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 the 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 and a half weeks. I’ve had every test available to figure out what is wrong, from MRI, ultrasounds, blood tests, biopsies of everything, and nothing found. Now I need a colonoscopy. Still in pain."

• Cit...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• January 23, 2025

"Carvedilol (3.125 mg) used in combination with a nitrate. Took for a long time, 12 yrs, with no problem. Did the job it was supposed to do. Had to stop as it started to lower BP too much (systolic ≃ 95-105). That condition lasted about 6 months and have re-started as systolic started to go above 125-130. No side effects. Had my heart attack in 2013 at age 68."

• Ctn...
• August 21, 2015

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."

• pep...
• September 28, 2008

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

• Anonymous
• October 7, 2009

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..."

• Anonymous
• August 30, 2011

Carvedilol "Great when you start at a low dose. Then, as the doctor increases the dose, I get less and less benefit."

• Anonymous
• December 22, 2008

Carvedilol "Great for congestive heart failure."

• xno...
• May 30, 2015

Carvedilol "succeeded in improving EF by 60 percent."

• 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."

• Gon...
• 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."

• bio...
• 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!"

• all...
• December 10, 2007

"I have been on Coreg and then carvedilol for 1½ years due to myocardium congestive heart failure. This drug has been a lifesaver for me. Thank you."

• MsB...
• July 20, 2010

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!"

• Mik...
• 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."

• Jus...
• March 9, 2016

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

• Dud...
• 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."