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).