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Men's Health » Blood Pressure » Coreg (Carvedilol) Coreg (Carvedilol) is an alpha- and nonselective beta-blocker used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure. This medicine is also used after a heart attack to improve survival. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor. Buy Coreg (Carvedilol) and other Blood Pressure products online at Medstore. Buy Online at Medstore - Click Here!
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Follow your diet medication and exercise routines very closely if you are being treated for hypertension. • Hypertension often has no symptoms so you may not even feel that you have high blood pressure. Continue using this medicine as directed even if you feel well. You may need to use blood pressure medication for the rest of your life. What is Coreg? • Coreg is in a group of drugs called beta-blockers. Beta-blockers affect the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins). • Coreg is used to treat heart failure and hypertension (high blood pressure). It is also used to treat or prevent heart attack. • Coreg may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. 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