carvedilol (Coreg)

Class:

Antihypertensives/Antianginals/Antiarrhythmics Nonselective Beta Blockers

Indication:

Hypertension, angina, arrhythmias, MI.

Mode of Action:

Blocks beta1 (heart) and beta2 (lung) receptors. ↓ BP and HR.

Cautions:

Asthma.

Indication:

Bronchospasm, hypotension, bradycardia, erectile dysfunction.

NC/PT:

Monitor BP and HR. Hold per provider’s order parameters (e.g., SBP < 90, HR < 60).