name: Rx Carteolol 
also known as: Rx Cartrol 
also see: Beta Blockers 
description: Adult Dosing

High Blood Pressure 2.5-10 mg PO qd starting w/ 2.5 mg PO qd to max 10 mg PO qd

Str. 2.5 mg, 5 mg

Glossary Rx Terms
 
signs & symptoms: Contraindications/Cautions
asthma
severe COPD
sinus bradycardia
AV block
cardiac insufficiency
caution if diabetes mellitus, hyperthyroidism

Serious Reactions
bronchospasm

Common Reactions
conduction abnormalities
asthenia
paresthesias
back pain
nausea
insomnia
edema
muscle cramps

Pregnancy Class: C
Lactation: Given with caution
Metabolism: liver
Excretion: kidney
DEA: not controlled
Mechanism of Action: non-selective beta blocker
 

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Last updated 3/25/2003


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