Coreg can be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive agents. It comes in tablet form and is usually taken twice a day or as prescribed by your doctor.
Coreg falls in the group of drugs called beta-blockers. The beta-blockers affect the heart and circulation of blood.
Coreg is used to treat hypertension that is the high blood pressure. It is also used to treat or prevent heart attack.
Coreg Side Effect
If any of the following Coreg side effects become especially worrisome or persistent, kindly inform your doctor. Side effects of Coreg are as follows:
-> tiredness
-> light-headedness
-> dizziness
-> body or leg swelling
-> headache
-> diarrhea
-> vision changes
-> joint pain
-> difficulty falling or staying asleep
If you experience any of the following symptoms because of Coreg, call your doctor immediately:
-> fainting
-> difficulty breathing
-> weight gain
-> chest pain
-> slow, irregular heartbeat
-> abdominal pain
-> dark urine
-> yellowing of the skin or eyes
-> loss of consciousness
-> vomiting
-> loss of appetite
-> seizures
-> changes in blood sugar level
-> frequent urination
-> thirst
-> flushing
-> dry skin
-> sore throat, fever, cough, or other signs of infection
Coreg precautions
Tell your doctor about all your allergies prior to taking Coreg. Before you begin treatment take steps to minimize fluid retention. You may experience a sudden drop in blood pressure with a feeling of dizziness and fainting while standing because of Coreg. Thus, it is advisable to avoid driving or hazardous tasks while on this medication. If you are on Coreg and experience changes in blood sugar levels, tell your doctor.