07-11-2017
22-05-2017
27-03-2017
SUMMARY OF PRODUCT CHARACTERITICS
CARVEDEXXON 6.25, 12.5 mg Tablets
1.
NAME OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT
Carvedexxon 6.25
Carvedexxon 12.5
2.
QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE COMPOSITION
Each tablet contains Carvedilol 6.25 mg or 12.5 mg respectively
For the full list of excipients, see section 6.1.
3.
PHARMACEUTICAL FORM
Tablet.
White to off white, round, biconvex tablets, scored on one side.
The tablet can be divided into equal doses.
4.
CLINICAL PARTICULARS
4.1 Therapeutic indications
Treatment of symptomatic congestive heart failure.
Carvedexxon may be used as adjunct to standard therapy, but may also be used in those
patients unable to tolerate an ACE inhibitor, or those who are not receiving digitalis,
hydralazine or nitrate therapy.
4.2 Posology and method of administration
The tablets should be taken with fluid. Carvedexxon should be given with food to slow the
rate of absorption and reduce the incidence of orthostatic effects.
Symptomatic congestive heart failure
The dosage must be titrated to individual requirements and monitored during up-titration.
For those patients receiving diuretics and/or digoxin and/or ACE inhibitors, dosing of these
other drugs should be stabilized prior to initiation of Carvedexxon treatment.
Adults
The recommended dose for the initiation of therapy is 3.125 mg twice a day for two weeks. If
this dose is tolerated, the dosage should be increased subsequently, at intervals of not less
than two weeks, to 6.25 mg twice daily, followed by 12.5 mg twice daily and thereafter 25
mg twice daily. Dosing should be increased to the highest level tolerated by the patient.
The recommended maximum daily dose is 25 mg given twice daily in patients weighing less
than 85kg and 50 mg twice daily in patients weighing more than 85 kg.
Before each dose increase the patient should be evaluated by the physician for symptoms of
worsening heart failure or vasodilation. Transient worsening of heart failure, vasodilation or
fluid retention may be treated with increased doses of diuretics or ACE inhibitors or by
modifying or temporarily discontinuing Carvedexxon treatment. Under these circumstances,
the dose of Carvedexxon should not be increased until symptoms of worsening heart failure
or vasodilation have been stabilized.
If Carvedexxon is discontinued for more than two weeks, therapy should be recommenced at
3.125 mg twice daily and up-titrated in line with the above dosing recommendation.
Elderly
As for adults.
Children
Safety and efficacy in children (under 18 years) has not been established.
4.3 Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients listed in section 6.1.
Unstable/decompensated heart failure requiring intravenous inotropic support.
Clinically manifest liver dysfunction.
As with other beta-blocking agents:
History of bronchospasm or asthma
2nd and 3rd degree atrioventricular (AV) heart block, (unless a permanent pacemaker is in
place)
Severe bradycardia (< 50 bpm)
Cardiogenic shock
Sick sinus syndrome (including sino-atrial block)
Severe hypotension (systolic blood pressure < 85 mmHg).
4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use
Chronic congestive heart failure: In congestive heart failure patients, worsening cardiac
failure or fluid retention may occur during up-titration of Carvedexxon. If such symptoms
occur, diuretics should be increased and the Carvedexxon dose should not be further
increased until clinical stability resumes. Occasionally it may be necessary to lower the
Carvedexxon dose or, in rare cases, temporarily discontinue it. Such episodes do not
preclude subsequent successful up-titration of Carvedexxon.
Carvedexxon should be used with caution in combination with digitalis glycosides, since
both drugs slow A-V conduction (see section 4.5).
Renal function in congestive heart failure: Reversible deterioration of renal function has been
observed with Carvedilol therapy in chronic heart failure patients with low blood pressure
(systolic BP < 100 mmHg), ischaemic heart disease and diffuse vascular disease, and/or
underlying renal insufficiency. In CHF patients with these risk factors, renal function should
be monitored during up-titration of Carvedexxon and the drug discontinued or dosage
reduced if worsening of renal failure occurs.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: Carvedilol should be used with caution, in patients
with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) with a bronchospastic component who
are not receiving oral or inhaled medication, and only if the potential benefit outweighs the
potential risk. In patients with a tendency to bronchospasm, respiratory distress can occur as a
result of a possible increase in airway resistance. Patients should be closely monitored during
initiation and up-titration of carvedilol and the dose of Carvedexxon should be reduced if
any evidence of bronchospasm is observed during treatment.
Diabetes: Care should be taken in the administration of Carvedexxon to patients with
diabetes mellitus, as it may be associated with worsening control of blood glucose, or the
early signs and symptoms of acute hypoglycemia may be masked or attenuated. Alternatives
to beta-blocking agents are generally preferred in insulin-dependent patients. Therefore,
regular monitoring of blood glucose is required in diabetics when Carvedexxon is initiated
or up-titrated and hypoglycemic therapy adjusted accordingly (see section 4.5).
Peripheral vascular disease and Raynaurd's phenomenon: Carvedexxon should be used with
caution in patients with peripheral vascular disease (e.g. Raynaud's phenomenon) as beta-
blockers can precipitate or aggravate symptoms of arterial insufficiency.
Thyrotoxicosis: Carvedexxon may obscure the symptoms of thyrotoxicosis.
Bradycardia: Carvedexxon may induce bradycardia. If the patient's pulse rate decreases to
less than 55 beats per minute, the dosage of Carvedexxon should be reduced.
Hypersensitivity: Care should be taken in administering Carvedexxon to patients with a
history of serious hypersensitivity reactions and in patients undergoing desensitization
therapy as beta-blockers may increase both the sensitivity towards allergens and the severity
of hypersensitivity reactions.
Severe cutaneous adverse reactions (SCARs): Very rare cases of severe cutaneous adverse
reactions such as toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) and Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS)
have been reported during treatment with Carvedexxon (see section 4.8). Carvedexxon
should be permanently discontinued in patients who experience severe cutaneous adverse
reactions possibly attributable to Carvedexxon.
Psoriasis: Patients with a history of psoriasis associated with beta-blocker therapy should be
given Carvedexxon only after consideration of the risk-benefit ratio.
Interactions with other medicinal products: There are a number of important pharmacokinetic
and pharmacodynamics interactions with other drugs (e.g., digoxin, ciclosporin, rifampicin,
anesthetic drugs, anti-arrhythmic drug. See section 4.5).
Pheochromocytoma: In patients with pheochromocytoma, an alpha-blocking agent should be
initiated prior to the use of any beta-blocking agent. Although Carvedexxon has both alpha
and beta blocking pharmacological activities, there is no experience of the use of carvedilol
in this condition. Therefore, caution should be taken in the administration of Carvedexxon to
patients suspected of having pheochromocytoma.
Prinzmetal's variant angina: Agents with non-selective beta-blocking activity may provoke
chest pain in patients with Prinzmetal's variant angina. There is no clinical experience with
carvedilol in these patients, although the alpha-blocking activity of Carvedexxon may
prevent such symptoms. Caution should be taken in the administration of Carvedexxon to
patients suspected of having Prinzmetal's variant angina.
Contact lenses: Wearers of contact lenses should be advised of the possibility of reduced
lacrimation.
Withdrawal syndrome: Although angina has not been reported on stopping treatment,
discontinuation should be gradual (over a period of 2 weeks), particularly in patients with
ischemic heart disease, as Carvedexxon has beta-blocking activity.
Usage of carvedilol in patients with symptomatic congestive heart failure has not been shown
to reduce mortality.
4.5 Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction
Pharmacokinetic interactions:
Effects of Carvedilol on the pharmacokinetics of other drugs
Carvedilol is a substrate as well as an inhibitor of P-glycoprotein. Therefore the
bioavailability of drugs transported by P-glycoprotein may be increased with concomitant
administration of carvedilol. In addition, the bioavailability of carvedilol can be modified by
inducers or inhibitors of P-glycoprotein.
Inhibitors as well as inducers of CYP2D6 and CYP2C9 can modify the systemic and/or
presystemic metabolism of carvedilol stereoselectively, leading to increased or decreased
plasma concentrations of R and S-carvedilol. (see section 5.2). Some examples observed in
patients or in healthy subjects are listed below but the list is not exhaustive.
Digoxin: An increased exposure of digoxin of up to 20% has been shown in some studies in
healthy subjects and patients with heart failure. A significantly larger effect has been seen in
male patients compared to female patients. Therefore monitoring of digoxin levels is
recommended when initiating, adjusting or discontinuing carvedilol (see section 4.4).
Carvedilol had no effect on digoxin administered intravenously.
Ciclosporin: Two studies in renal and cardiac transplant patients receiving oral ciclosporin
have shown an increase in ciclosporin plasma concentration following the initiation of
carvedilol. It appears that carvedilol increases exposure to oral ciclosporin by around 10 to
20%. In an attempt to maintain therapeutic ciclosporin levels, an average 10-20% reduction
of the ciclosporin dose was necessary. The mechanism for the interaction is not known but
inhibition of intestinal P glycoprotein by carvedilol may be involved. Due to wide
interindividual variability of ciclosporin levels, it is recommended that ciclosporin
concentrations are monitored closely after initiation of carvedilol therapy and that the dose of
ciclosporin be adjusted as appropriate. In case of IV administration of ciclosporin, no
interaction with carvedilol is expected.
Effects of other drugs on the pharmacokinetics of Carvedilol
Rifampicin: In a study in 12 healthy subjects, exposure to carvedilol decreased by around
60% during concomitant administration with rifampicin and a decrease effect of carvedilol on
the systolic blood pressure was observed. The mechanism for the interaction is not known but
it may be due to the induction of the intestinal P glycoprotein by rifampicin. A close
monitoring of the β-blockade activity in patients receiving concomitant administration of
carvedilol and rifampicin is appropriate.
Amiodarone: An in vitro study with human liver microsomes has shown that amiodarone and
desethylamiodarone inhibited the oxidation of R and S-carvedilol. The trough concentration
of R and S-carvedilol was significantly increased by 2.2-fold in heart failure patients
receiving carvedilol and amiodarone concomitantly as compared to patients receiving
carvedilol monotherapy. The effect on S-carvedilol was attributed to desethylamiodarone, a
metabolite of amiodarone, which is a strong inhibitor of CYP2C9. A monitoring of the β-
blockade activity in patients treated with the combination carvedilol and amiodarone is
advised.
Fluoxetine and Paroxetine: In a randomized, cross-over study in 10 patients with heart
failure, coadministration of fluoxetine, a strong inhibitor of CYP2D6, resulted in
stereoselective inhibition of carvedilol metabolism with a 77% increase in mean R(+)
enantiomer's AUC, and a non-statistically 35% increase of the S(-) enantiomer's AUC as
compared to the placebo group. However, no differences in adverse events, blood pressure or
heart rate were noted between treatment groups. The effect of single dose paroxetine, a strong
CYP2D6 inhibitor, on carvedilol pharmacokinetics was investigated in 12 healthy subjects
following single oral administration. Despite significant increase in R and S-carvedilol
exposure, no clinical effects were observed in these healthy subjects.
Pharmacodynamic interactions:
Insulin or oral hypoglycemics: Agents with beta-blocking properties may enhance the blood-
sugar-reducing effect of insulin and oral hypoglycemic. The signs of hypoglycemia may be
masked or attenuated (especially tachycardia). In patients taking insulin or oral
hypoglycemic, regular monitoring of blood glucose is therefore recommended (see section
4.4).
Catecholamine-depleting agents: Patients taking both agents with beta-blocking properties
and a drug that can deplete catecholamines (e.g. reserpine and monoamine oxidase inhibitors)
should be observed closely for signs of hypotension and/or severe bradycardia.
Digoxin: The combined use of beta-blockers and digoxin may result in additive prolongation
of atrioventricular (AV) conduction time.
Non-dihydropyridines calcium channel blockers or other antiarrhythmics: In combination
with carvedilol can increase the risk of AV conduction disturbances (see section 4.4). Isolated
cases of conduction disturbance (rarely with hemodynamic compromise) have been observed
when carvedilol is co-administered with diltiazem. As with other agents with β-blocking
properties, if carvedilol is to be administered orally with non-dihydropyridines calcium
channel blockers of the verapamil or diltiazem type, amiodarone or other antiarrhythmics it is
recommended that ECG and blood pressure be monitored.
Clonidine: Concomitant administration of clonidine with agents with beta-blocking properties
may potentiate blood pressure and heart rate lowering effects. When concomitant treatment
with agents with beta-blocking properties and clonidine is to be terminated, the beta-blocking
agent should be discontinued first. Clonidine therapy can then be discontinued several days
later by gradually decreasing the dosage.
Antihypertensives: As with other agents with beta-blocking activity, Carvedilol may
potentiate the effect of other concomitantly administered drugs that are anti-hypertensive in
action (e.g. alpha1-receptor antagonists) or have hypotension as part of their adverse effect
profile.
Anaesthetic agents: Careful attention must be paid during general anesthesia to the
synergistic negative inotropic and hypotensive effects of carvedilol and anesthetic drugs (see
section 4.4).
NSAIDs: The concurrent use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and beta-
adrenergic blockers may result in an increase in blood pressure and impairment of blood
pressure control.
Beta-agonist bronchodilators: Non-cardioselective beta blockers oppose the bronchodilator
effects of beta-agonist bronchodilators.
4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy
There is no adequate clinical experience with carvedilol in pregnant women.
Animal studies are insufficient with respect to effects on pregnancy, embryonal/fetal
development, parturition and postnatal development (see section 5.3). The potential risk for
humans is unknown.
Carvedilol should not be used during pregnancy unless the potential benefit outweighs the
potential risk.
Beta blockers reduce placental perfusion which may result in intrauterine fetal death and
immature and premature deliveries.
In addition, adverse effects (especially hypoglycemia and bradycardia) may occur in the fetus
and neonate. There may be an increased risk of cardiac and pulmonary complications in the
neonate in the postnatal period. Animal studies have not shown substantive evidence of
teratogenicity with carvedilol (see also section 5.3).
Lactation
Animal studies demonstrated that carvedilol and/or its metabolites are excreted in rat breast
milk. The excretion of carvedilol in human milk has not been established. However, most β-
blockers, in particular lipophilic compounds, will pass into human breast milk although to a
variable extent. Breast feeding is therefore not recommended following administration of
carvedilol.
4.7 Effects on ability to drive and use machines
No studies of the effects on ability to drive and use machines have been performed.
As for other drugs which produce changes in blood pressure, patients taking carvedilol should
be warned not to drive or operate machinery if they experience dizziness or related
symptoms. This applies particularly when starting or changing treatment and in conjunction
with alcohol.
4.8 Undesirable effects
The following undesirable effects have been reported to occur when carvedilol is
administered:
Frequency categories are as follows:
Table 1 Adverse Drug Reactions
Very common ≥1/10
Common ≥1/100 and <1/10
Uncommon ≥1/1,000 and <1/100
Rare ≥1/10,000 and <1/1,000
Very rare <1/10,000
Table 1 Adverse Drug Reactions
System Organ Class
Adverse Reaction
Frequency
Blood and Lymphatic System
Disorders
Anaemia
Common
Thrombocytopenia
Rare
Leukopenia
Very rare
Cardiac Disorders
Cardiac failure
Very common
Bradycardia
Common
Hypervolemia
Common
Fluid overload
Common
Edema
Common
Atrioventricular block
Uncommon
Angina pectoris
Uncommon
Eye Disorders
Visual impairment
Common
Lacrimation decreased (dry
eye)
Common
Eye irritation
Common
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Nausea
Common
Diarrhea
Common
Vomiting
Common
Dyspepsia
Common
Abdominal pain
Common
Constipation
Uncommon
Dry mouth
Rare
General Disorders and
Administration Site
Asthenia (fatigue)
Very common
Edema
Common
Conditions
Pain
Common
Hepatobiliary disorders
Alanine aminotransferase
(ALT), aspartate
aminotransferase (AST) and
gamma-glutamyltransferase
(GGT) increased
Very rare
Immune System Disorders
Hypersensitivity (allergic
reactions)
Very rare
Infections and Infestations
Pneumonia
Common
Bronchitis
Common
Upper respiratory tract
infection
Common
Urinary tract infection
Common
Metabolism and Nutrition
Disorders
Weight increase
Common
Hypercholesterolemia
Common
Impaired blood glucose
control (hyperglycemia,
hypoglycemia) in patients
with pre-existing diabetes
Common
Musculoskeletal and
Connective Tissue Disorders
Pain in extremities
Common
Nervous System Disorders
Dizziness
Very common
Headache
Very Common
Syncope, presyncope
Common
Paraesthesia
Uncommon
Psychiatric Disorders
Depression, depressed mood
Common
Sleep disorders
Uncommon
Renal and urinary disorders
Renal failure and renal
function abnormalities in
patients with diffuse vascular
disease and/or underlying
renal insufficiency
Common
Micturition disorders
Rare
Urinary incontinence in
women
Very rare
Reproductive system and
breast disorders
Erectile dysfunction
Uncommon
Respiratory, Thoracic and
Dyspnea
Common
Mediastinal Disorders
Pulmonary edema
Common
Asthma in predisposed
patients
Common
Nasal congestion, flu-like
symptoms
Rare
Skin and Subcutaneous
Disorders
Skin reactions (e.g. allergic
exanthema, dermatitis,
urticaria, pruritus, psoriatic
and lichen planus like skin
lesions), alopecia
Uncommon
Vascular Disorders
Hypotension
Very common
Orthostatic hypotension
Common
Disturbances of peripheral
circulation (cold extremities,
peripheral vascular disease,
exacerbation of intermittent
claudication and Reynaud's
phenomenon)
Common
Hypertension
Common
Description of selected adverse reactions
The frequency of adverse reactions is not dose-dependent, with the exception of dizziness,
abnormal vision and bradycardia. Dizziness, syncope, headache and asthenia are usually mild
and are more likely to occur at the beginning of treatment.
In patients with congestive heart failure, worsening cardiac failure and fluid retention may
occur during up-titration of carvedilol dose (see section 4.2 Warnings and Precautions).
Cardiac failure was a very commonly reported adverse event in both placebo (14.5%) and
carvedilol-treated (15.4%) patients, in patients with left ventricular dysfunction following
acute myocardial infarction.
Reversible deterioration of renal function has been observed with carvedilol therapy in
chronic heart failure patients with low blood pressure, ischemic heart disease and diffuse
vascular disease and/or underlying renal insufficiency (see section 4.2 Warnings and
Precautions).
The following adverse events have been identified during post-marketing use of carvedilol.
Because these events are reported from a population of uncertain size, it is not always
possible to reliably estimate their frequency and/or establish a causal relationship to drug
exposure:
As a class, beta-adrenergic receptor blockers may cause latent diabetes to become manifest,
manifest diabetes to be aggravated, and blood glucose counter-regulation to be inhibited.
Severe cutaneous adverse reactions (Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome
(see section 4.4).
Carvedilol may cause urinary incontinence in women which resolves upon discontinuation of
the medication.
Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is
important. It allows continued monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal
product.
Any suspected adverse events should be reported to the Ministry of Health according to the
National Regulation by using an online form
http://forms.gov.il/globaldata/getsequence/getsequence.aspx?formType=AdversEffectMedic
@moh.gov.il
4.9 Overdose
Symptoms and signs:
In the event of overdose, there may be severe hypotension, bradycardia, heart failure,
cardiogenic shock and cardiac arrest. There may also be respiratory problems, bronchospasm,
vomiting, disturbed consciousness and generalized seizures.
Treatment:
The patients should be monitored for the above mentioned signs and symptoms and managed
according to the best judgment of the treating physicians and according to standard practice
for patients with β-blocker overdose (e.g. atropine, transvenous pacing, glucagon,
phosphodiesterase inhibitor such as amrinone or milrinone, β-sympathomimetics).
Gastric lavage or induced emesis may be useful in the first few hours after ingestion.
In cases of severe overdose with symptoms of shock, supportive treatment as described
should be continued for a sufficiently long period of time, i.e. until the patient stabilizes,
since prolonged elimination half-life and redistribution of carvedilol from deeper
compartments can be expected.
5. PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
5.1 Pharmacodynamic properties
Pharmacotherapeutic group: Alpha and beta blocking agents. ATC code: C07AG02.
Carvedilol is a vasodilating non-selective beta blocking agent. Vasodilation is predominantly
mediated through alpha1 receptor antagonism.
Carvedilol reduces the peripheral vascular resistance through vasodilation and suppresses the
renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system through beta blockade. The activity of plasma renin is
reduced and fluid retention is rare. Some of the limitations of traditional β-blockers do not
appear to be shared by some of the vasodilating β-blockers, such as carvedilol.
Carvedilol has no intrinsic sympathomimetic activity and like propranolol, it has membrane
stabilizing properties.
Clinical studies have shown that the balance of vasodilation and beta-blockade provided by
carvedilol results in the following effects:
In hypertensive patients, a reduction in blood pressure is not associated with a concomitant
increase in total peripheral resistance, as observed with pure beta-blocking agents. Heart rate
is slightly decreased. Renal blood flow and renal function are maintained. Peripheral blood
flow is maintained; therefore cold extremities (often observed with drugs possessing beta-
blocking activity) are rarely seen.
In patients with left ventricular dysfunction or congestive heart failure, carvedilol has
demonstrated favorable effects on hemodynamics and improvements in left ventricular
ejection fraction and dimensions.
Clinical efficacy
Renal impairment
Carvedilol reduces morbidity and mortality in dialysis patients with dilated cardiomyopathy.
A meta-analysis of placebo-controlled clinical trials including a large number of patients
(>4000) with mild to moderate chronic kidney disease supports carvedilol treatment of
patients with left ventricular dysfunction with or without symptomatic heart failure to reduce
rates of all cause of mortality as well as heart failure related events.
In patients with stable angina, carvedilol has demonstrated anti-ischemic and anti-anginal
properties. Acute hemodynamic studies demonstrated that carvedilol reduces both cardiac
pre-load and after-load with consequent improvement in left ventricular systolic and diastolic
function without substantial changes in the cardiac output.
Carvedilol has no adverse effects on the metabolic risk factors of coronary heart disease. It
does not impair the normal serum lipid profile and in hypertensive patients with dyslipidemia
favorable effects on the serum lipids have been reported after six months of oral therapy.
5.2 Pharmacokinetic properties
Absorption
Following oral administration of a 25 mg capsule to healthy subjects, carvedilol is rapidly
absorbed with a peak plasma concentration C
of 21 mg/L reached after approximately 1.5
hour (t
). The C
values are linearly related to the dose.
Following oral administration, carvedilol undergoes extensive first pass metabolism that
results in an absolute bioavailability of about 25% in healthy male subjects.
Carvedilol is a racemate and the S-(-)- enantiomer appears to be metabolized more rapidly
than the R-(+)- enantiomer, showing an absolute oral bioavailability of 15% compared to
31% for the R-(+)- enantiomer . The maximal plasma concentration of R-carvedilol is
approximately 2 fold higher than that of S-carvedilol.
In vitro studies have shown that carvedilol is a substrate of the efflux transporter P-
glycoprotein. The role of P-glycoprotein in the disposition of carvedilol was also confirmed
in vivo in healthy subjects. Food does not affect bioavailability, residence time or the
maximum serum concentration, although the time to reach maximum serum concentration is
delayed.
Distribution
Carvedilol is highly lipophilic, showing a plasma protein of around 95%. The distribution
volume ranges between 1.5 and 2L/kg and increased in patients with liver cirrhosis.
Metabolism
In humans, carvedilol is extensively metabolized in the liver via oxidation and conjugation
into a variety of metabolites that are eliminated mainly in the bile.
Pharmacokinetic studies in human have shown that the oxidative metabolism of carvedilol is
stereoselective. The results of an in vitro study suggested that different cytochrome P450
isoenzymes may be involved in the oxidation and hydroxylation processes including
CYP2D6, CYP3A4, CYP2E1, CYP2C9, as well as CYP1A2.
Studies in healthy volunteers and in patients have shown that the R-enantiomer is
predominantly metabolized by CYP2D6. The S-enantiomer is mainly metabolized by
CYP2D6 and CYP2C9.
Genetic polymorphism
The results of clinical pharmacokinetic studies in human subjects have shown that CYP2D6
plays a major role in the metabolism of R and of S-carvedilol. As a consequence plasma
concentrations of R and S-carvedilol are increased in CYP2D6 slow metabolizers. The
importance of CYP2D6 genotype in the pharmacokinetics of R and S-carvedilol was
confirmed in population pharmacokinetics studies, whereas other studies did not confirm this
observation. It was concluded that CYP2D6 genetic polymorphism may be of limited clinical
significance.
Elimination
Following a single oral administration of 50 mg carvedilol, around 60% are secreted into the
bile and eliminated with the faeces in the form of metabolites within 11 days. Following a
single oral dose, only about 16% are excreted into the urine in form of carvedilol or its
metabolites. The urinary excretion of unaltered drug represents less than 2%. After
intravenous infusion of 12.5 mg to healthy volunteers, the plasma clearance of carvedilol
reaches around 600 mL/min and the elimination half-life around 2.5 hours. The elimination
half-life of a 50 mg capsule observed in the same individuals was 6.5 hours corresponding
indeed to the absorption half-life from the capsule. Following oral administration, the total
body clearance of the S-carvedilol is approximately two times larger than that of the R-
carvedilol.
Special populations
Elderly: Age has no statistically significant effect on the pharmacokinetics of carvedilol in
hypertensive patients
Children: Investigation in pediatrics has shown that the weight-adjusted clearance is
significantly larger in pediatrics as compared to adults.
Hepatic impairment: In a study in patients with cirrhotic liver disease, the bioavailability of
carvedilol was four times greater and the peak plasma level five times higher than in healthy
subjects.
Renal impairment: Since carvedilol is primarily excreted via the feces, significant
accumulation in patients with renal impairment is unlikely.
Heart failure: In a study in 24 Japanese patients with heart failure, the clearance of R-and S-
carvedilol was significantly lower than previously estimated in healthy volunteers. These
results suggested that the pharmacokinetics of R-and S-carvedilol is significantly altered by
heart failure in Japanese patients.
5.3 Preclinical safety data
There is no evidence from animal studies that carvedilol has any teratogenic effects.
Embryotoxicity was observed only after large doses in rabbits. The relevance of these
findings for humans is uncertain. In addition, animal studies have shown that carvedilol
crosses the placental barrier and therefore the possible consequences of alpha and beta
blockade in the human fetus and neonate should also be borne in mind (although see section
4.6).
6. PHARMACEUTICAL PARTICULARS
6.1 List of excipient(s)
Microcrystalline Cellulose, Povidone, Sodium starch glycolate (type A), Magnesium stearate,
Silica colloidal anhydrous.
6.2 Incompatibilities
Not applicable.
6.3 Shelf life
36 months
6.4 Special precautions for storage
Do not store above 25
C. Store in the original package. Store in a dry and dark place.
6.5 Nature and contents of container
Blister.
Pack size: 7, 10, 14, 28, 30, 50 or 100 tablets.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
7. MARKETING AUTHORISATION HOLDER
Dexcel ltd.
1 Dexcel street, Or Akiva, 3060000, Israel
8. MANUFACTURER
Dexcel ltd.
1 Dexcel street, Or Akiva, 3060000, Israel
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Indication
Contraindications
Carvedilol is contra-
indicated in patients with
marked fluid retention or
overload requiring
intravenous inotropic
support.
Patients with obstructive
airways disease, liver
dysfunction,
hypersensitivity to
carvedilol or any other
constituents of the tablets.
As with other beta-blocking
agents:
History of
bronchospasm or asthma,
2nd and 3rd degree A-V
heart block, severe
bradycardia (< 50 bpm),
cardiogenic shock, sick
sinus syndrome
(including sino-atrial
block), severe hypotension
(systolic blood pressure <
85mmHg),
Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of
the excipients listed in section 6.1.
Marked fluid retention or overload
Unstable/decompensated heart failure requiring
intravenous inotropic support.
Clinically manifest liver dysfunction.
As with other beta-blocking agents:
History of bronchospasm or asthma
2nd and 3rd degree atrioventricular (AV) heart block,
(unless a permanent pacemaker is in place)
Severe bradycardia (< 50 bpm)
Cardiogenic shock
Sick sinus syndrome (including sino-atrial block)
Severe hypotension (systolic blood pressure < 85
mmHg).
metabolic acidosis and phaeochromocytoma (unless
adequately controlled by alpha blockade).
metabolic acidosis and
phaeochromocytoma
(unless adequately
controlled by alpha
blockade).
Posology, dosage
& administration
tablets should be taken
with food. The tablets are
intended for oral use.
The recommended dose
for the initiation therapy is
3.125mg twice a day for
two weeks. If this dose is
tolerated, the dosage
should be increased
subsequently, at intervals
of not less than two weeks,
to 6.25mg twice daily,
followed by 12.5mg twice
daily and thereafter 25mg
twice daily. Dosing should
be increased to the highest
level tolerated by the
patient. The
recommended maximum
daily dose is 25mg given
twice daily in patients
weighing less than 85kg
and 50mg twice daily in
patient weighing more than
85kg.
Prior to each dose
increase, the patient
should be examined by a
physician with regard to
any symptoms relating to
deteriorating heart failure
The tablets should be taken with fluid. Carvedexxon
should be given with food to slow the rate of
absorption and reduce the incidence of orthostatic
effects.
Symptomatic congestive heart failure
The dosage must be titrated to individual
requirements and monitored during up-titration.
For those patients receiving diuretics and/or digoxin
and/or ACE inhibitors, dosing of these other drugs
should be stabilized prior to initiation of
Carvedexxon treatment.
Adults
The recommended dose for the initiation of therapy
is 3.125 mg twice a day for two weeks. If this dose is
tolerated, the dosage should be increased
subsequently, at intervals of not less than two weeks,
to 6.25 mg twice daily, followed by 12.5 mg twice
daily and thereafter 25 mg twice daily. Dosing should
be increased to the highest level tolerated by the
patient.
The recommended maximum daily dose is 25 mg
given twice daily in patients weighing less than 85kg
and 50 mg twice daily in patients weighing more than
85 kg.
Before each dose increase the patient should be
evaluated by the physician for symptoms of
worsening heart failure or vasodilation. Transient
worsening of heart failure, vasodilation or fluid
retention may be treated with increased doses of
diuretics or ACE inhibitors or by modifying or
temporarily discontinuing Carvedexxon treatment.
Under these circumstances, the dose of Carvedexxon
should not be increased until symptoms of worsening
heart failure or vasodilation have been stabilized.
Sometimes it may become necessary to decrease the
dose of Carvedilol or temporarally discontinue
Carvedilol treatment.
If Carvedexxon is discontinued for more than two
weeks, therapy should be recommenced at 3.125 mg
twice daily and up-titrated in line with the above
dosing recommendation.
Elderly
and/or vascular dilation.
Occasional deterioration of
heart failure or increased
fluid retention should be
treated with increased
dosage of diuretics. Under
these circumstances, the
dose of Carvedexxon
should not be increased
until symptoms of
worsening heart failure or
vasodilatation have been
established.
Sometimes it may become
necessary to decrease the
dose of Carvedilol or
temporally discontinue
Carvedilol treatment. If
Carvedilol is discontinued
for more than two weeks,
therapy should be
recommenced at 3.125 mg
twice daily and up-titrated
in line with the above
dosing recommendation.
Elderly
As for adults.
Children
Safety and efficacy in
children (under 18 years)
has not been established.
Patients with co-existing
hepatic disease
Carvedilol is contra-
indicated in patients with
hepatic dysfunction (see
sections
4.3
As for adults.
Children
Safety and efficacy in children (under 18 years) has
not been established.
Patients with co-existing hepatic disease
Carvedilol is contra-indicated in patients with
hepatic dysfunction (see sections
4.3
Contraindications
5.2 Pharmacokinetic
properties
Patients with co-existing renal dysfunction
No dose adjustment is anticipated as long as
systolic blood pressure is above 100mmHg (see
also sections
4.4 Special warnings and precautions
for use
5.2 Pharmacokinetic properties
Contraindications
5.2
Pharmacokinetic properties
Patients with co-existing
renal dysfunction
No dose adjustment is
anticipated as long as
systolic blood pressure is
above 100mmHg (see also
sections
4.4 Special
warnings and precautions for
use
5.2 Pharmacokinetic
properties
Special Warnings
and Special
Precautions for
Use
In chronic heart failure
patients, worsening
cardiac failure or fluid
retention may occur during
up-titration of carvedilol. If
such symptoms occur, the
dose of diuretic should be
adjusted and the carvedilol
dose should not be
advanced until clinical
stability resumes.
Occasionally it may be
necessary to lower the
Carvedilol dose or
temporarily discontinue it.
Such episodes do not
preclude subsequent
successful titration of
Carvedilol
In hypertensive patients
who have chronic heart
failure controlled with
digoxin, diuretics and/or an
ACE inhibitor, Carvedilol
should be used with
Chronic congestive heart failure: In congestive heart
failure patients, worsening cardiac failure or fluid
retention may occur during up-titration of
Carvedexxon. If such symptoms occur, diuretics
should be increased and the Carvedexxon dose
should not be further increased until clinical stability
resumes. Occasionally it may be necessary to lower
the Carvedexxon dose or, in rare cases, temporarily
discontinue it. Such episodes do not preclude
subsequent successful up-titration of Carvedexxon.
In hypertensive patients who have chronic heart
failure controlled with digoxin, diuretics
and/or an ACE inhibitor, Carvedilol should be
used with caution since both digoxin and
Carvedilol may slow A-V conduction.
Carvedexxon should be used with caution in
combination with digitalis glycosides, since both
drugs slow A-V conduction (see section 4.5).
Renal function in congestive heart failure: Reversible
deterioration of renal function has been observed
with Carvedilol therapy in chronic heart failure
patients with low blood pressure (systolic BP < 100
mmHg), ischaemic heart disease and diffuse vascular
disease, and/or underlying renal insufficiency. In
CHF patients with these risk factors, renal function
should be monitored during up-titration of
Carvedexxon and the drug discontinued or dosage
reduced if worsening of renal failure occurs.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease: Carvedilol
should be used with caution, in patients with chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) with a
bronchospastic component who are not receiving oral
or inhaled medication, and only if the potential
caution since both digoxin
and Carvedilol may slow
A-V conduction.
As with other drugs with
beta-blocking activity,
Carvedilol may mask the
early signs of acute
hypoglycaemia in patients
with diabetes mellitus.
Alternatives to beta-
blocking agents are
generally preferred in
insulin-dependent patients.
In patients with diabetes,
the use of Carvedilol may
be associated with
worsening control of blood
glucose. Therefore, regular
monitoring of blood
glucose is required in
diabetics when Carvedilol
is initiated or up-titrated
and hypoglycaemic
therapy adjusted
accordingly.
Reversible deterioration of
renal function has been
observed with Carvedilol
therapy in chronic heart
failure patients with low
blood pressure (systolic
BP < 100mmHg),
ischaemic heart disease
and diffuse vascular
disease, and/or underlying
renal insufficiency. In CHF
benefit outweighs the potential risk. In patients with a
tendency to bronchospasm, respiratory distress can
occur as a result of a possible increase in airway
resistance. Patients should be closely monitored
during initiation and up-titration of carvedilol and the
dose of Carvedexxon should be reduced if any
evidence of bronchospasm is observed during
treatment.
Diabetes: Care should be taken in the administration
of Carvedexxon to patients with diabetes mellitus, as
it may be associated with worsening control of blood
glucose, or the early signs and symptoms of acute
hypoglycemia may be masked or attenuated.
Alternatives to beta-blocking agents are generally
preferred in insulin-dependent patients. Therefore,
regular monitoring of blood glucose is required in
diabetics when Carvedexxon is initiated or up-
titrated and hypoglycemic therapy adjusted
accordingly (see section 4.5).
Peripheral vascular disease and Raynaurd's
phenomenon:
Carvedilol may be used in patients
with peripheral vascular disease
. Carvedexxon
should be used with caution in patients with
peripheral vascular disease (e.g. Raynaud's
phenomenon) as pure beta-blockers can precipitate or
aggravate symptoms of arterial insufficiency.
However as Carvedilol also has alpha-blocking
properties this effect is largely counterbalanced.
Thyrotoxicosis: Carvedexxon may obscure the
symptoms of thyrotoxicosis.
Bradycardia: Carvedexxon may induce bradycardia.
If the patient's pulse rate decreases to less than 55
beats per minute, the dosage of Carvedexxon should
be reduced.
Hypersensitivity: Care should be taken in
administering Carvedexxon to patients with a
history of serious hypersensitivity reactions and in
patients undergoing desensitization therapy as beta-
blockers may increase both the sensitivity towards
allergens and the severity of hypersensitivity
anaphylactic reactions.
Severe cutaneous adverse reactions (SCARs): Very
rare cases of severe cutaneous adverse reactions such
as toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) and Stevens-
Johnson syndrome (SJS) have been reported during
treatment with Carvedexxon (see section 4.8).
Carvedexxon should be permanently discontinued in
patients who experience severe cutaneous adverse
reactions possibly attributable to Carvedexxon.
Psoriasis: Patients with a history of psoriasis
patients with these risk
factors, renal function
should be monitored
during up-titration of
Carvedilol and the drug
discontinued or dosage
reduced if worsening of
renal failure occurs
Wearers of contact lenses
should be advised of the
possibility of reduced
lacrimation.
Although angina has not
been reported on stopping
treatment, discontinuation
should be gradual (1 - 2
weeks) particularly in
patients with ischaemic
heart disease, as
Carvedilol has beta-
blocking activity.
Carvedilol may be used in
patients with peripheral
vascular disease. Pure
beta-blockers can
precipitate or aggravate
symptoms of arterial
insufficiency. However as
Carvedilol also has alpha-
blocking properties this
effect is largely
counterbalanced.
Carvedilol, as with other
agents with beta-blocking
activity, may mask the
symptoms of
associated with beta-blocker therapy should be given
Carvedexxon only after consideration of the risk-
benefit ratio.
Interactions with other medicinal products: There are
a number of important pharmacokinetic and
pharmacodynamics interactions with other drugs
(e.g., digoxin, ciclosporin, rifampicin, anesthetic
drugs, anti-arrhythmic drug. See section 4.5).
Pheochromocytoma: In patients with
pheochromocytoma, an alpha-blocking agent should
be initiated prior to the use of any beta-blocking
agent. Although Carvedexxon has both alpha and
beta blocking pharmacological activities, there is no
experience of the use of carvedilol in this condition.
Therefore, caution should be taken in the
administration of Carvedexxon to patients suspected
of having pheochromocytoma.
Prinzmetal's variant angina: Agents with non-
selective beta-blocking activity may provoke chest
pain in patients with Prinzmetal's variant angina.
There is no clinical experience with carvedilol in
these patients, although the alpha-blocking activity of
Carvedexxon may prevent such symptoms. Caution
should be taken in the administration of
Carvedexxon to patients suspected of having
Prinzmetal's variant angina.
Contact lenses: Wearers of contact lenses should be
advised of the possibility of reduced lacrimation.
Withdrawal syndrome: Although angina has not been
reported on stopping treatment, discontinuation
should be gradual (over a period of 2 weeks),
particularly in patients with ischemic heart disease,
as Carvedexxon has beta-blocking activity.
Usage of carvedilol in patients with symptomatic
congestive heart failure has not been shown to reduce
mortality.
thyrotoxicosis.
If Carvedilol induces
bradycardia, with a
decrease in pulse rate to
less than 55 beats per
minute, the dosage of
Carvedilol tablets should
be reduced.
Care should be taken in
administering Carvedilol to
patients with a history of
serious hypersensitivity
reactions and in those
undergoing desensitisation
therapy as beta-blockers
may increase both the
sensitivity towards
allergens and the
seriousness of
anaphylactic reactions.
In patients suffering from
the peripheral circulatory
disorder Raynaud's
phenomenon, there may
be exacerbation of
symptoms.
Patients with a history of
psoriasis associated with
beta-blocker therapy
should be given Carvedilol
only after consideration of
the risk-benefit ratio.
In patients with
phaeochromocytoma, an
alpha-blocking agent
should be initiated prior to
the use of any beta-
blocking agent. There is no
experience of the use of
carvedilol in this condition.
Therefore, caution should
be taken in the
administration of Carvedilol
to patients suspected of
having
phaeochromocytoma.
Agents with non-selective
beta-blocking activity may
provoke chest pain in
patients with Prinzmetal's
variant angina. There is no
clinical experience with
Carvedilol in these
patients, although the
alpha-blocking activity of
Carvedilol may prevent
such symptoms. However,
caution should be taken in
the administration of
Carvedilol to patients
suspected of having
Prinzmetal's variant
angina.
In patients with a tendency
to bronchospastic
reactions, respiratory
distress can occur as a
result of a possible
increase in airway
resistance.
Interaction with
Other
Medicaments and
As with other agents with
beta-blocking activity,
Pharmacokinetic interactions:
Effects of Carvedilol on the pharmacokinetics of
Other Forms of
Interaction
Carvedilol may potentiate
the effect of other
concomitantly
administered drugs that
are anti-hypertensive in
action (e.g. alpha
-receptor
antagonists) or have
hypotension as part of their
adverse effect profile.
Isolated cases of
conduction disturbance
(rarely with haemodynamic
disruption) have been
observed when Carvedilol
and diltiazem were given
concomitantly. Therefore,
as with other drugs with
beta-blocking activity,
careful monitoring of ECG
and blood pressure should
be undertaken when co-
administering calcium
channel blockers of the
verapamil or diltiazem
type, or class I anti-
arrhythmic drugs. These
types of drugs should not
be co-administered
intravenously in patients
receiving Carvedilol.
The effects of insulin or
oral hypoglycaemics may
be intensified. Regular
monitoring of blood
glucose is therefore
recommended.
other drugs
Carvedilol is a substrate as well as an inhibitor of P-
glycoprotein. Therefore the bioavailability of drugs
transported by P-glycoprotein may be increased with
concomitant administration of carvedilol. In addition,
the bioavailability of carvedilol can be modified by
inducers or inhibitors of P-glycoprotein.
Inhibitors as well as inducers of CYP2D6 and
CYP2C9 can modify the systemic and/or presystemic
metabolism of carvedilol stereoselectively, leading to
increased or decreased plasma concentrations of R
and S-carvedilol. (see section 5.2). Some examples
observed in patients or in healthy subjects are listed
below but the list is not exhaustive.
Digoxin: An increased exposure of digoxin of up to
16 20% has been shown in some studies in healthy
subjects and patients with heart failure. A
significantly larger effect has been seen in male
patients compared to female patients. Therefore
monitoring of digoxin levels is recommended when
initiating, adjusting or discontinuing carvedilol (see
section 4.4). Carvedilol had no effect on digoxin
administered intravenously.
Ciclosporin: Two studies in renal and cardiac
transplant patients receiving oral ciclosporin have
shown an increase in ciclosporin plasma
concentration following the initiation of carvedilol. It
appears that carvedilol increases exposure to oral
ciclosporin by around 10 to 20%. In an attempt to
maintain therapeutic ciclosporin levels, an average
10-20% reduction of the ciclosporin dose was
necessary. The mechanism for the interaction is not
known but inhibition of intestinal P glycoprotein by
carvedilol may be involved. Due to wide
interindividual variability of ciclosporin levels, it is
recommended that ciclosporin concentrations are
monitored closely after initiation of carvedilol
therapy and that the dose of ciclosporin be adjusted
as appropriate. In case of IV administration of
ciclosporin, no interaction with carvedilol is
expected.
Effects of other drugs on the pharmacokinetics of
Carvedilol
Rifampicin: In a study in 12 healthy subjects,
exposure to carvedilol decreased by around 60%
during concomitant administration with rifampicin
and a decrease effect of carvedilol on the systolic
blood pressure was observed. The mechanism for the
interaction is not known but it may be due to the
induction of the intestinal P glycoprotein by
rifampicin. A close monitoring of the β-blockade
activity in patients receiving concomitant
Trough plasma digoxin
levels may be increased by
approximately 16% in
hypertensive patients co-
administered Carvedilol
and digoxin. Increased
monitoring of digoxin levels
is recommended when
initiating, adjusting or
discontinuing Carvedilol.
Concomitant
administration of Carvedilol
and cardiac glycosides
may prolong AV
conduction time.
When treatment with
Carvedilol and clonidine
together is to be
terminated, Carvedilol
should be withdrawn first,
several days before
gradually decreasing the
dosage of clonidine.
Care may be required in
those receiving inducers of
mixed function oxidases
e.g. rifampicin, as serum
levels of carvedilol may be
reduced or inhibitors of
mixed function oxidases
e.g. cimetidine, as serum
levels may be increased.
During general
anaesthesia, attention
should be paid to the
potential synergistic
administration of carvedilol and rifampicin is
appropriate.
Amiodarone: An in vitro study with human liver
microsomes has shown that amiodarone and
desethylamiodarone inhibited the oxidation of R and
S-carvedilol. The trough concentration of R and S-
carvedilol was significantly increased by 2.2-fold in
heart failure patients receiving carvedilol and
amiodarone concomitantly as compared to patients
receiving carvedilol monotherapy. The effect on S-
carvedilol was attributed to desethylamiodarone, a
metabolite of amiodarone, which is a strong inhibitor
of CYP2C9. A monitoring of the β-blockade activity
in patients treated with the combination carvedilol
and amiodarone is advised.
Fluoxetine and Paroxetine: In a randomized, cross-
over study in 10 patients with heart failure,
coadministration of fluoxetine, a strong inhibitor of
CYP2D6, resulted in stereoselective inhibition of
carvedilol metabolism with a 77% increase in mean
R(+) enantiomer's AUC, and a non-statistically 35%
increase of the S(-) enantiomer's AUC as compared
to the placebo group. However, no differences in
adverse events, blood pressure or heart rate were
noted between treatment groups. The effect of single
dose paroxetine, a strong CYP2D6 inhibitor, on
carvedilol pharmacokinetics was investigated in 12
healthy subjects following single oral administration.
Despite significant increase in R and S-carvedilol
exposure, no clinical effects were observed in these
healthy subjects.
Care may be required in those receiving
inducers of mixed function oxidases e.g.
rifampicin,
as serum levels of carvedilol may be reduced or
inhibitors of mixed function oxidases e.g.
cimetidine, as serum levels may be increased.
Pharmacodynamic interactions:
Insulin or oral hypoglycemics: Agents with beta-
blocking properties may enhance the blood-sugar-
reducing effect of insulin and oral hypoglycemic.
The signs of hypoglycemia may be masked or
attenuated (especially tachycardia). In patients taking
insulin or oral hypoglycemic, regular monitoring of
blood glucose is therefore recommended (see section
4.4).
Catecholamine-depleting agents: Patients taking both
agents with beta-blocking properties and a drug that
can deplete catecholamines (e.g. reserpine and
negative inotropic effects
of carvedilol and
anaesthetic drugs.
monoamine oxidase inhibitors) should be observed
closely for signs of hypotension and/or severe
bradycardia.
Digoxin: The combined use of beta-blockers and
digoxin cardiac glycosides may result in additive
prolongation of atrioventricular (AV) conduction
time.
Non-dihydropyridines calcium channel blockers or
other antiarrhythmics: In combination with
carvedilol can increase the risk of AV conduction
disturbances (see section 4.4). Isolated cases of
conduction disturbance (rarely with hemodynamic
compromise) have been observed when carvedilol is
co-administered with diltiazem. As with other agents
with β-blocking properties, if carvedilol is to be
administered orally with non-dihydropyridines
calcium channel blockers of the verapamil or
diltiazem type, amiodarone or other antiarrhythmics
class I anti-arrhythmic drugs it is recommended that
ECG and blood pressure be monitored.
These types
of drugs should not be co-administered
intravenously in patients receiving Carvedilol.
Clonidine: Concomitant administration of clonidine
with agents with beta-blocking properties may
potentiate blood pressure and heart rate lowering
effects. When concomitant treatment with agents
with beta-blocking properties carvedilol and
clonidine is to be terminated, the beta-blocking agent
should be discontinued first, several days before
gradually decreasing the dosage of clonidine.
Clonidine therapy can then be discontinued several
days later by gradually decreasing the dosage.
Antihypertensives: As with other agents with beta-
blocking activity, Carvedilol may potentiate the
effect of other concomitantly administered drugs that
are anti-hypertensive in action (e.g. alpha1-receptor
antagonists) or have hypotension as part of their
adverse effect profile.
Anaesthetic agents: Careful attention must be paid
during general anesthesia to the synergistic negative
inotropic and hypotensive effects of carvedilol and
anesthetic drugs (see section 4.4).
NSAIDs: The concurrent use of non-steroidal anti-
inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and beta-adrenergic
blockers may result in an increase in blood pressure
and impairment of blood pressure control.
Beta-agonist bronchodilators: Non-cardioselective
beta blockers oppose the bronchodilator effects of
beta-agonist bronchodilators.
Pregnancy and
Fertility, Lactation
There is no adequate
experience with Carvedilol
in pregnant women.
Carvedilol should not be
used in pregnancy or in
breast feeding mothers
unless the anticipated
benefits outweigh the
potential risks. There is no
evidence from animal
studies that carvedilol has
any teratogenic effects.
Embryotoxicity was
observed only after large
doses in rabbits.
The relevance of these
findings for humans is
uncertain. Beta blockers
reduce placental perfusion
which may result in
intrauterine foetal death
and immature and
premature
deliveries. In
addition, animal studies
have shown that carvedilol
crosses the placental
barrier and is excreted in
breast milk and therefore
the possible consequences
of alpha and beta blockade
in the human foetus and
neonate should also be
borne in mind. With other
alpha and beta blocking
agents, effects have
included perinatal and
Pregnancy
There is no adequate clinical experience with
carvedilol in pregnant women.
Animal studies are insufficient with respect to effects
on pregnancy, embryonal/fetal development,
parturition and postnatal development (see section
5.3). The potential risk for humans is unknown.
There is no evidence from animal studies that
carvedilol has any teratogenic effects.
Embryotoxicity was observed only after large
doses in rabbits.
The relevance of these findings for humans is
uncertain
Carvedilol should not be used during pregnancy
unless the potential benefit outweighs the potential
risk.
Beta blockers reduce placental perfusion which may
result in intrauterine fetal death and immature and
premature deliveries.
In addition, animal studies have shown that
carvedilol crosses the placental barrier and is
excreted in breast milk and therefore the
possible consequences of alpha and beta
blockade in the human foetus and neonate
should also be borne in mind. With other alpha
and beta blocking agents, effects have included
perinatal and neonatal distress (bradycardia,
hypotension, respiratory depression,
hypoglycaemia, hypothermia).
In addition, adverse effects (especially hypoglycemia
and bradycardia) may occur in the fetus and neonate.
There is may be an increased risk of cardiac and
pulmonary complications in the neonate in the
postnatal period. Animal studies have not shown
substantive evidence of teratogenicity with carvedilol
(see also section 5.3).
Lactation
Animal studies demonstrated that carvedilol and/or
its metabolites are excreted in rat breast milk. The
excretion of carvedilol in human milk has not been
established. However, most β-blockers, in particular
lipophilic compounds, will pass into human breast
milk although to a variable extent. Breast feeding is
neonatal distress
(bradycardia, hypotension,
respiratory depression,
hypoglycaemia,
hypothermia). There is an
increased risk of cardiac
and pulmonary
complications in the
neonate in the postnatal
period.
therefore not recommended following administration
of carvedilol.
Adverse events
Symptomatic postural
hypotension, mainly on the
initiation of therapy or
when increasing the dose,
may occur but the
incidence is minimised
when the drug is used as
recommended.
Commonly dizziness,
headache, fatigue,
gastrointestinal upset
(nausea, abdominal pain,
diarrhoea, hyperglycemia,
hypercholesterolemia;
infrequently constipation
and vomiting),
bradycardia and
hypotension (infrequently
syncope) have been
observed. These effects
are usually mild, transient
and occur early in the
course of treatment. Other
common effects have
included pain in the
extremities and reduced
Symptomatic postural hypotension, mainly on
the initiation of therapy or when increasing the
dose, may occur but the incidence is minimised
when the drug is used as recommended.
Commonly dizziness, headache, fatigue,
gastrointestinal upset (nausea, abdominal pain,
diarrhoea, hyperglycemia,
hypercholesterolemia; infrequently constipation
and vomiting),
bradycardia and hypotension (infrequently
syncope) have been observed. These effects
are usually mild, transient and occur early in the
course of treatment. Other common effects have
included pain in the extremities and reduced
lacrimation and, in predisposed patients, there
may be asthma and dyspnoea.
Infrequently there may be depressed mood,
sleep disturbance, paraesthesia, wheezing, flu-
like symptoms, rare or isolated cases of skin
reactions (e.g. allergic exanthema, in isolated
cases urticaria, pruritus and lichen planus-like
reactions). Psoriatic skin lesions may occur or
existing lesions may be exacerbated.
Diminished peripheral circulation (cold
extremities) or peripheral oedema may occur
infrequently. Rarely there may be A-V block,
lacrimation and, in
predisposed patients, there
may be asthma and
dyspnoea.
Infrequently there may be
depressed mood, sleep
disturbance, paraesthesia,
wheezing, flu-like
symptoms, rare or isolated
cases of skin reactions
(e.g. allergic exanthema, in
isolated cases urticaria,
pruritus and lichen planus-
like reactions). Psoriatic
skin lesions may occur or
existing lesions may be
exacerbated.
Diminished peripheral
circulation (cold
extremities) or peripheral
oedema may occur
infrequently. Rarely there
may be A-V block,
syncope, angina pectoris,
acute renal failure.
Renal abnormalities in
patients with diffuse
vascular disease and/or
impaired renal function has
been reported. Rarely
there can be exacerbation
of symptoms in patients
suffering from intermittent
claudication, Raynaud's
phenomenon, or
progression of heart
syncope, angina pectoris, acute renal failure.
Renal abnormalities in patients with diffuse
vascular disease and/or impaired renal function
has been reported. Rarely there can be
exacerbation of symptoms in patients suffering
from intermittent claudication, Raynaud's
phenomenon, or progression of heart failure.
Stuffy nose may occur infrequently.
Isolated cases of changes in serum
transaminases, thrombocytopenia and
leucopenia have been reported.
There have also been rare cases of sexual
impotence, disturbed vision, eye irritation,
dryness of the mouth and disturbances of
micturition.
Due to the beta-blocking properties it is also
possible for latent diabetes mellitus to become
manifest, manifest diabetes to be aggravated,
and blood glucose counter-regulation to be
inhibited.
The following undesirable effects have been reported
to occur when carvedilol is administered:
Frequency categories are as follows:
Table 1 Adverse Drug Reactions
Very common ≥1/10
Common ≥1/100 and <1/10
Uncommon ≥1/1,000 and <1/100
Rare ≥1/10,000 and <1/1,000
Very rare <1/10,000
Table 1 Adverse Drug Reactions
System Organ Class
Adverse Reaction
Frequency
Blood and Lymphatic System
Disorders
Anaemia
Common
Thrombocytopenia
Rare
Leukopenia
Very rare
Cardiac Disorders
Cardiac failure
Very
common
Bradycardia
Common
Hypervolemia
Common
failure.
Stuffy nose may occur
infrequently.
Isolated cases of changes
in serum transaminases,
thrombocytopenia and
leucopenia have been
reported.
There have also been rare
cases of sexual impotence,
disturbed vision, eye
irritation, dryness of the
mouth and disturbances of
micturition.
Due to the beta-blocking
properties it is also
possible for latent diabetes
mellitus to become
manifest, manifest
diabetes to be aggravated,
and blood glucose counter-
regulation to be inhibited.
Fluid overload
Common
Edema
Common
Atrioventricular block
Uncommon
Angina pectoris
Uncommon
Eye Disorders
Visual impairment
Common
Lacrimation decreased (dry eye)
Common
Eye irritation
Common
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Nausea
Common
Diarrhea
Common
Vomiting
Common
Dyspepsia
Common
Abdominal pain
Common
Constipation
Uncommon
Dry mouth
Rare
General Disorders and Administration
Site Conditions
Asthenia (fatigue)
Very
common
Edema
Common
Pain
Common
Hepatobiliary disorders
Alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate
aminotransferase (AST) and gamma-
glutamyltransferase (GGT) increased
Very rare
Immune System Disorders
Hypersensitivity (allergic reactions)
Very rare
Infections and Infestations
Pneumonia
Common
Bronchitis
Common
Upper respiratory tract infection
Common
Urinary tract infection
Common
Metabolism and Nutrition Disorders
Weight increase
Common
Hypercholesterolemia
Common
Impaired blood glucose control
(hyperglycemia, hypoglycemia) in patients
with pre-existing diabetes
Common
Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue
Disorders
Pain in extremities
Common
Nervous System Disorders
Dizziness
Very
common
Headache
Very
Common
Syncope, presyncope
Common
Paraesthesia
Uncommon
Psychiatric Disorders
Depression, depressed mood
Common
Sleep disorders
Uncommon
Renal and urinary disorders
Renal failure and renal function
abnormalities in patients with diffuse
vascular disease and/or underlying renal
insufficiency
Common
Micturition disorders
Rare
Urinary incontinence in women
Very rare
Reproductive system and breast
disorders
Erectile dysfunction
Uncommon
Respiratory, Thoracic and
Mediastinal Disorders
Dyspnea
Common
Pulmonary edema
Common
Asthma in predisposed patients
Common
Nasal congestion, flu-like symptoms
Rare
Skin and Subcutaneous Disorders
Skin reactions (e.g. allergic exanthema,
dermatitis, urticaria, pruritus, psoriatic and
lichen planus like skin lesions), alopecia
Uncommon
Vascular Disorders
Hypotension
Very
common
Orthostatic hypotension
Common
Disturbances of peripheral circulation
(cold extremities, peripheral vascular
disease, exacerbation of intermittent
claudication and Reynaud's phenomenon)
Common
Hypertension
Common
Description of selected adverse reactions
The frequency of adverse reactions is not dose-
dependent, with the exception of dizziness, abnormal
vision and bradycardia. Dizziness, syncope, headache
and asthenia are usually mild and are more likely to
occur at the beginning of treatment.
In patients with congestive heart failure, worsening
cardiac failure and fluid retention may occur during
up-titration of carvedilol dose (see section 4.2
Warnings and Precautions).
Cardiac failure was a very commonly reported
adverse event in both placebo (14.5%) and
carvedilol-treated (15.4%) patients, in patients with
left ventricular dysfunction following acute
myocardial infarction.
Reversible deterioration of renal function has been
observed with carvedilol therapy in chronic heart
failure patients with low blood pressure, ischemic
heart disease and diffuse vascular disease and/or
underlying renal insufficiency (see section 4.2
Warnings and Precautions).
The following adverse events have been identified
during post-marketing use of carvedilol. Because
these events are reported from a population of
uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably
estimate their frequency and/or establish a causal
relationship to drug exposure:
As a class, beta-adrenergic receptor blockers may
cause latent diabetes to become manifest, manifest
diabetes to be aggravated, and blood glucose counter-
regulation to be inhibited.
Severe cutaneous adverse reactions (Toxic epidermal
necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome (see section
4.4).
Carvedilol may cause urinary incontinence in women
which resolves upon discontinuation of the
medication.
Overdose
Symptoms and signs
Profound cardiovascular
effects such as
hypotension and
bradycardia would be
expected after massive
overdose. Heart failure,
cardiogenic shock and
Symptoms and signs:
In the event of massive overdose, there may be
profound cardiovascular effects such as severe
hypotension, bradycardia, heart failure, cardiogenic
shock and cardiac arrest. There may also be
respiratory problems, bronchospasm, vomiting,
disturbed consciousness and generalized seizures.
Treatment:
The patients should be monitored for the above
mentioned signs and symptoms and managed
according to the best judgment of the treating
cardiac arrest may follow.
There may also be
respiratory problems,
bronchospasm, vomiting,
disturbed consciousness
generalised seizures.
Treatment
Gastric lavage or induced
emesis may be useful in
the first few hours after
ingestion.
In addition to general
procedures, vital signs
must be monitored and
corrected, if necessary
under intensive care
conditions.
Patients should be placed
in the supine position.
Atropine, 0.5mg to 2mg i.v.
and/or glucagon 1 to 10mg
i.v. (followed by a slow i.v.
infusion of 2 to 5mg/hour if
necessary) may be given
when bradycardia is
present. Pacemaker
therapy may be necessary.
For excessive
hypotension, intravenous
fluids may be
administered. In addition,
norepinephrine may be
given, either 5 to 10
micrograms i.v., repeated
according to blood
physicians and according to standard practice for
patients with β-blocker overdose (e.g. atropine,
transvenous pacing, glucagon, phosphodiesterase
inhibitor such as amrinone or milrinone, β-
sympathomimetics).
Gastric lavage or induced emesis may be useful in
the first few hours after ingestion.
In addition to general procedures, vital signs
must be monitored and corrected, if necessary
under intensive care conditions.
Patients should be placed in the supine position.
Atropine, 0.5mg to 2mg i.v. and/or glucagon
1 to 10mg i.v. (followed by a slow i.v. infusion of
2 to 5mg/hour if necessary) may be given when
bradycardia is present. Pacemaker therapy may
be necessary. For excessive hypotension,
intravenous fluids may be administered. In
addition, norepinephrine may be given, either 5
to 10 micrograms i.v., repeated according to
blood pressure response, or 5 micrograms per
minute by infusion titrated to blood pressure.
Bronchospasm may be treated using salbutamol
or other beta
-agonists given as aerosol or, if
necessary, by the intravenous route. In the
event of seizures, slow i.v. injection of diazepam
or clonazepam is recommended.
In cases of severe overdose with symptoms of shock,
supportive treatment as described should be
continued for a sufficiently long period of time, i.e.
until the patient stabilizes, since prolonged
elimination half-life and redistribution of carvedilol
from deeper compartments can be expected.
pressure response, or 5
micrograms per minute by
infusion titrated to blood
pressure. Bronchospasm
may be treated using
salbutamol or other beta
agonists given as aerosol
or, if necessary, by the
intravenous route. In the
event of seizures, slow i.v.
injection of diazepam or
clonazepam is
recommended.
In cases of severe
overdose with symptoms
of shock, supportive
treatment as described
should be continued for a
sufficiently long period of
time, i.e. until the patient
stabilises, since
prolonged elimination half
life and redistribution of
carvedilol from deeper
compartments can be
expected.
Preclinical
safety data
Animal studies reveales no
special findings relevant to
clinical use (also see
section
4.6 Pregnancy and
lactation
Animal studies reveales no special findings
relevant to clinical use (also see section
4.6
Pregnancy and lactation
There is no evidence from animal studies that
carvedilol has any teratogenic effects.
Embryotoxicity was observed only after large doses
in rabbits. The relevance of these findings for
humans is uncertain. In addition, animal studies have
shown that carvedilol crosses the placental barrier
and therefore the possible consequences of alpha and
beta blockade in the human fetus and neonate should
also be borne in mind (although see section 4.6).
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באכ :תובורק םיתיעל תועיפומה תועפות השלוחו תופייע ,תרוחרחס ,שאר
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ורגל לולע
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םינימסת תוימומדא :לולכל םילוכי הוולמ , תובורק םיתיעל
תויחופלש יבג לע רועה וא
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תועפות
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ינמיס תוחתפתהל םורגל הלולע הפורתה .המודר תרכס ילעב םילפוטמב תרכס
:תדחוימ תוסחייתה תובייחמה תועפות
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ןונימ לש הרקמב
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יאוול תועפות ה/שיגרמ ךנה ובש הרקמ לכב וא יוניש ולח םא וא ,הז ןולעב וניוצ אלש ץעייתהל ךילע תיללכה ךתשגרהב הרמחה .דימ אפורה םע
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ו תועורז
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ינמיס תוחתפתהל םורגל הלולע הפורתה
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ךילע .אפורה םע ץעייתהל