Formulation:
Tablet
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Manufacturer:
Generic, Monarch Pharmaceuticals, Novopharm
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Alternate Names:Corgard (nadolol)
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What is Corgard (nadolol) used for? |
Corgard (nadolol) is used for the long-term management of chest pain and high blood pressure. It may be used alone or with other high blood pressure medicines.
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When should Corgard (nadolol) not be taken?
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Do not take Corgard (nadolol) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Corgard (nadolol) you have asthma you have a slow heartbeat you have heart problems, including a history of heart failure |
What precautions should I follow when taking Corgard (nadolol) ?
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Before using Corgard (nadolol), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition, such as an overactive thyroid if you are about to have major surgery |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Corgard (nadolol)?
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Do not suddenly stop taking Corgard (nadolol) without talking with your health care provider, especially if you have heart disease. The dose should be reduced gradually over a period of 1 to 2 weeks. If chest pain becomes worse or heart problems develop, Corgard (nadolol) should be restarted, at least temporarily, along with other medical treatment. |
What are the side effects of Corgard (nadolol)?
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Most severe: Congestive heart failure, pulmonary edema, cardiac enlargement; rhythm or conduction disturbances including AV block, bigeminy and Adams-Stokes syndrome; chest pain; severe bradycardia; hypotension, orthostatic hypotension, syncope; peripheral vascular insufficiency including intermittent claudication and cold extremities
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Most common: Slow heartbeat; dizziness; fatigue, conjunctivitis, blurred vision, dry eyes, rash, pruritus, dry skin, abdominal pain or pressure; nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, flatulence; gastritis; anorexia, bronchospasm, dyspnea, cough, .
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Other: Impotence, decreased libido; enlarged thyroid; nasal stuffiness, dry mouth, sweating; weight gain.
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How should I take Corgard (nadolol)?
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How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about how much or how often you should take Corgard (nadolol), talk with your health care provider. Corgard (nadolol) may be taken with or without food. Do not suddenly stop taking Corgard (nadolol) with talking without your health care provider, especially if you have heart disease. The dose should be reduced gradually over a period of 1 to 2 weeks. If chest pain becomes worse or heart problems develop, Corgard (nadolol) should be restarted at least temporarily along with other medical treatment. Corgard (nadolol) may cause dizziness. Use caution while driving or performing other tasks requiring alertness, coordination, and physical dexterity. Diabetic patients - Corgard (nadolol) can hide signs of low blood sugar and change blood sugar levels. You may need to change the dose of your diabetes medicine. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Corgard (nadolol). Patients being treated for high blood pressure often feel tired or rundown for a few weeks after beginning treatment. Continue taking Corgard (nadolol) even though you may not feel quite "normal". Contact your Health care provider or pharmacists about any new symptoms. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your Health care provider or health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medicines without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your Health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your Health care provider or pharmacist.
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How should Corgard (nadolol) be stored?
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Store Corgard (nadolol) at room temperature. Protect from heat and light. Keep bottle tightly closed. |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Corgard (nadolol), please talk with your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider. Corgard (nadolol) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Corgard (nadolol). If you have any questions about Corgard (nadolol), ask your Health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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