Look at the list of side effects in above post. Blood pressure can be lowered by correct diet. Eat more fruits and veggies, whole grains, seeds and nuts, and few animal products do not have high blood pressure. Also walking in fresh air.
I get where you're coming from — lifestyle matters. But for some of us, it’s not the whole picture. I’m asking specifically about the side effects I’m experiencing, because even with good habits, certain meds can hit hard.
Lifestyle changes absolutely help, but they aren’t always enough on their own — especially when someone has multiple medical conditions, past trauma, or is dealing with medication side effects. I’m already making improvements, but I still need medical guidance. It’s not as simple as ‘eat better and walk more’ for everyone.
I believe that most health problems are from short or long term bad habits. Many diseases are developed over years. I have had plenty of trauma in my life. My stance is, I do not deal with medication side effects as you have admitted. They are often worse than the original issue.
I understand how you feel and believe, as it is the way most people believe. When I pass the pharmacies, I see lines and people leaving with bags of drugs every day. I have watched 35 people I personally know die, and most 10 to 20 years younger than I am. After years of bad habits, it does not change overnight, however, taking meds with side effects has never been my solution. I am not encouraging anyone to do what I do, just saying that there are consequences to years of bad habits and diet.
I believe that most health problems are from short or long term bad habits. Many diseases are developed over years. I have had plenty of trauma in my life. My stance is, I do not deal with medication side effects as you have admitted. They are often worse than the original issue.
I understand how you feel and believe, as it is the way most people believe. When I pass the pharmacies, I see lines and people leaving with bags of drugs every day. I have watched 35 people I personally know die, and most 10 to 20 years younger than I am. After years of bad habits, it does not change overnight, however, taking meds with side effects has never been my solution. I am not encouraging anyone to do what I do, just saying that there are consequences to years of bad habits and diet.
I hear you — but we’re having two different conversations.
You’re talking about philosophy and personal beliefs about health.
I’m talking about actual medical conditions that cannot be managed by willpower or salads.
I didn’t ask for a lecture on habits, morality, or what you believe other people did wrong. I asked about medication side effects, because that is the reality I am dealing with under medical supervision.
For some of us, medication isn’t optional — it’s part of treating diagnosed conditions like liver disease, portal hypertension, anemia, autoimmune issues, etc. Lifestyle absolutely helps, but it does not reverse advanced medical conditions.
I respect that you choose not to use medications. That is your body and your risk. But implying that anyone who needs medication caused their illness or isn’t doing enough is inaccurate and frankly unhelpful.
I’m here for information and support — not judgment.
So I’m going to stay focused on the original topic: managing legitimate side effects of medically necessary treatment.
For those that may be interested in Carvedilol 6.25 side effects, my experience was that taking it twice a day was too much for me. The achy joints and gastro problems were worse than the fear of more bleeds with the lower platelets. I tapered from 6.25 twice a day to half of one once a day and side effects have cleared.
I hear you — but we’re having two different conversations.
You’re talking about philosophy and personal beliefs about health.
I’m talking about actual medical conditions that cannot be managed by willpower or salads.
I didn’t ask for a lecture on habits, morality, or what you believe other people did wrong. I asked about medication side effects, because that is the reality I am dealing with under medical supervision.
For some of us, medication isn’t optional — it’s part of treating diagnosed conditions like liver disease, portal hypertension, anemia, autoimmune issues, etc. Lifestyle absolutely helps, but it does not reverse advanced medical conditions.
I respect that you choose not to use medications. That is your body and your risk. But implying that anyone who needs medication caused their illness or isn’t doing enough is inaccurate and frankly unhelpful.
I’m here for information and support — not judgment.
So I’m going to stay focused on the original topic: managing legitimate side effects of medically necessary treatment.
hi @mamay I was on it for about 10 years while I had Congestive Heart failure and rhythm problems. I don't remember any side effects for that medication. I was also on Simvastatin, and I would get these leg cramps once in a while and it was usually while lying down sleeping. The fix was real easy I would stand up and as soon as I put weight on the leg it would stop. But again I didnt think it was the carvedilol and later on when I switched to Atorvastatin it was even less often. But I'm not on carvedilol any more.
For the last 23 years I have taken carvedilol 25mg 2x daily with no side effects. I have also taken this drug along with lisinopril in different doses and aspirin/baby aspirin with no side effects. I was diagnosed 23 years ago with post-partum cardiomyopathy after having my last baby. In the last couple years I have run into some increased problems due to the cardiomyopathy/weakening of the heart. The beginning of October I underwent a cardiac ablation were they burned 3 places in my heart to treat areas of bad rhythms. On October 23rd I had an procedure to implant an ICD, due to different types of irregular rhythms, one of them being ventricular tachycardia lasting more than 50 seconds. I am a 50 year old female with no additional health conditions.
For the last 23 years I have taken carvedilol 25mg 2x daily with no side effects. I have also taken this drug along with lisinopril in different doses and aspirin/baby aspirin with no side effects. I was diagnosed 23 years ago with post-partum cardiomyopathy after having my last baby. In the last couple years I have run into some increased problems due to the cardiomyopathy/weakening of the heart. The beginning of October I underwent a cardiac ablation were they burned 3 places in my heart to treat areas of bad rhythms. On October 23rd I had an procedure to implant an ICD, due to different types of irregular rhythms, one of them being ventricular tachycardia lasting more than 50 seconds. I am a 50 year old female with no additional health conditions.
I also forgot to mention I started out with a EF in the low 20's and it increased with the cardiologist medication therapy to 46-47 where it remained for 22 years, this last year it deceased again 28. My EP-cardiologist has recommended keeping medication the same until I have a follow with my regular cardiologist and discuss options.
This last year, turning 50 seems like it has made me stop and be thankful for all the awesome health care and advancing medicine .... WOW!
Will be following your progress.
~Becky
jfperrone @jfperrone, in my earlier message to you, I neglected to provide a link to a report on Carvedilol, its use, its side effects, and its avoidable problems. I hope you will find the time to check that out at https://www.drugs.com/carvedilol.html. The report reminded me that Carvedilol is used to treat heart failure among other things, particularly in people who have suffered a heart attack, but that's not a requirement for its use (just a possibility). Martin
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I get where you're coming from — lifestyle matters. But for some of us, it’s not the whole picture. I’m asking specifically about the side effects I’m experiencing, because even with good habits, certain meds can hit hard.
Lifestyle changes absolutely help, but they aren’t always enough on their own — especially when someone has multiple medical conditions, past trauma, or is dealing with medication side effects. I’m already making improvements, but I still need medical guidance. It’s not as simple as ‘eat better and walk more’ for everyone.
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1 ReactionI believe that most health problems are from short or long term bad habits. Many diseases are developed over years. I have had plenty of trauma in my life. My stance is, I do not deal with medication side effects as you have admitted. They are often worse than the original issue.
I understand how you feel and believe, as it is the way most people believe. When I pass the pharmacies, I see lines and people leaving with bags of drugs every day. I have watched 35 people I personally know die, and most 10 to 20 years younger than I am. After years of bad habits, it does not change overnight, however, taking meds with side effects has never been my solution. I am not encouraging anyone to do what I do, just saying that there are consequences to years of bad habits and diet.
I hear you — but we’re having two different conversations.
You’re talking about philosophy and personal beliefs about health.
I’m talking about actual medical conditions that cannot be managed by willpower or salads.
I didn’t ask for a lecture on habits, morality, or what you believe other people did wrong. I asked about medication side effects, because that is the reality I am dealing with under medical supervision.
For some of us, medication isn’t optional — it’s part of treating diagnosed conditions like liver disease, portal hypertension, anemia, autoimmune issues, etc. Lifestyle absolutely helps, but it does not reverse advanced medical conditions.
I respect that you choose not to use medications. That is your body and your risk. But implying that anyone who needs medication caused their illness or isn’t doing enough is inaccurate and frankly unhelpful.
I’m here for information and support — not judgment.
So I’m going to stay focused on the original topic: managing legitimate side effects of medically necessary treatment.
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1 ReactionFor those that may be interested in Carvedilol 6.25 side effects, my experience was that taking it twice a day was too much for me. The achy joints and gastro problems were worse than the fear of more bleeds with the lower platelets. I tapered from 6.25 twice a day to half of one once a day and side effects have cleared.
hi @mamay I was on it for about 10 years while I had Congestive Heart failure and rhythm problems. I don't remember any side effects for that medication. I was also on Simvastatin, and I would get these leg cramps once in a while and it was usually while lying down sleeping. The fix was real easy I would stand up and as soon as I put weight on the leg it would stop. But again I didnt think it was the carvedilol and later on when I switched to Atorvastatin it was even less often. But I'm not on carvedilol any more.
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2 ReactionsFor the last 23 years I have taken carvedilol 25mg 2x daily with no side effects. I have also taken this drug along with lisinopril in different doses and aspirin/baby aspirin with no side effects. I was diagnosed 23 years ago with post-partum cardiomyopathy after having my last baby. In the last couple years I have run into some increased problems due to the cardiomyopathy/weakening of the heart. The beginning of October I underwent a cardiac ablation were they burned 3 places in my heart to treat areas of bad rhythms. On October 23rd I had an procedure to implant an ICD, due to different types of irregular rhythms, one of them being ventricular tachycardia lasting more than 50 seconds. I am a 50 year old female with no additional health conditions.
I also forgot to mention I started out with a EF in the low 20's and it increased with the cardiologist medication therapy to 46-47 where it remained for 22 years, this last year it deceased again 28. My EP-cardiologist has recommended keeping medication the same until I have a follow with my regular cardiologist and discuss options.
This last year, turning 50 seems like it has made me stop and be thankful for all the awesome health care and advancing medicine .... WOW!
Will be following your progress.
~Becky
I've taken it for a couple of years without any side effects I haven't noticed any changes in. my rhythm.
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Thanks for sharing this link. I should have fully researched this med before starting it. I would have avoided many issues.
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