Uses of Cardex 3.125

Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Heart failure

Side effects of Cardex 3.125

Decreased blood pressure
Headache
Fatigue
Dizziness

How to use Cardex 3.125

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cardex 3.125 is to be taken with food.

How Cardex 3.125 works

Cardex 3.125 is an alpha and beta blocker. It works by slowing down the heart rate and relaxing blood vessels which makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.

Quick Tips

It should be taken with food.
Check your blood pressure 1 week after starting Cardex 3.125, and inform your doctor if it has not improved.
Cardex 3.125 may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking Cardex 3.125 as it may make the side effects worse.
Do not stop taking Cardex 3.125 suddenly as it can cause your blood pressure to rise suddenly, thereby increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cardex 3.125.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Cardex 3.125 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Cardex 3.125 is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Cardex 3.125 may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Cardex 3.125 is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cardex 3.125 is recommended.\nHowever, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for dose adjustment.
CAUTION – Liver: Cardex 3.125 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cardex 3.125 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of Cardex 3.125 is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.