Idix 10 CR Tablet

Idix 10 CR Tablet is a prescription tablet that contains carvedilol 10 mg per tablet, as labeled. Carvedilol is a beta-blocker with alpha-blocking activity, used to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, and to support heart function after certain heart conditions. This specific Idix 10 CR Tablet from Acekinetics Healthcare is a controlled-release tablet form designed for ongoing management when a clinician decides carvedilol is appropriate.

How it works: Carvedilol helps slow the heart rate, reduce the force of the heart's work, and lower blood pressure by blocking certain stress signals in the body. In this tablet form, Idix 10 CR Tablet is taken by mouth and releases medicine in a way meant to provide steady carvedilol levels over time.

Idix 10 CR Tablet provides a 10 mg strength in one tablet, which is a higher maintenance option than lower carvedilol strengths and is not usually the very first dose for many patients. A doctor may choose this strength after assessing blood pressure, heart rate, heart failure status, and how well lower doses or other carvedilol strengths are tolerated.

• High blood pressure
• Heart failure
• Left ventricular dysfunction after a heart attack
• Improving heart workload and control of heart rate
• Long-term cardiovascular management as prescribed

• Swallow Idix 10 CR Tablet whole with water; do not crush, chew, or split it unless your prescriber or pharmacist specifically says it is allowed.
• Take it exactly at the time your doctor prescribes, often once daily for controlled-release carvedilol.
• Take the tablet with food as directed, since carvedilol is commonly taken with a meal to help reduce dizziness and blood pressure drops.
• Do not stop taking Idix 10 CR Tablet suddenly, because stopping carvedilol too quickly can worsen chest pain or heart problems.
• If you miss a dose, take it when remembered unless it is close to the next dose; do not double up.
• Stand up slowly after taking it, especially when first starting or after a dose change, because dizziness can occur.

Each Idix 10 CR Tablet contains carvedilol 10 mg per tablet. The doctor decides whether this strength is taken once daily or another schedule based on the condition being treated, response, and heart rate or blood pressure. The maximum daily dose is individualized and should never be increased on your own; follow the prescribed amount for this specific 10 mg tablet.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Carvedilol may include:

• Dizziness, especially when standing up
• Tiredness or low energy
• Slow heartbeat
• Low blood pressure
• Diarrhea
• Weight gain or swelling in some people
• More noticeable dizziness may occur at this 10 mg strength if it is too strong for your current dose

• Idix 10 CR Tablet can lower heart rate and blood pressure, so it may not be suitable if you already have a very slow pulse or low blood pressure.
• Use caution if you have asthma, COPD, or a history of wheezing, because carvedilol can make breathing symptoms worse in some patients.
• Do not stop this carvedilol tablet abruptly unless your doctor tells you to, especially if you take it for heart disease or after a heart attack.
• Tell your clinician if you have diabetes, because carvedilol can mask some low blood sugar warning signs.
• Alcohol can increase dizziness and lightheadedness with Idix 10 CR Tablet.
• Be careful when driving or standing quickly until you know how this strength affects you.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, fluid retention, or worsening heart failure symptoms before using this tablet.

• Other blood pressure medicines, including certain diuretics, calcium channel blockers, or alpha-blockers
• Digoxin
• Insulin and oral diabetes medicines
• Clonidine, especially if it is stopped suddenly
• Medicines that can slow heart rate, including some antiarrhythmics

Store Idix 10 CR Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from excess heat, moisture, and out of reach of children.