Corgard

Corgard Warning

If you have chest pain (angina) or heart disease (e.g., coronary artery disease, ischemic heart disease, high blood pressure), do not stop using this drug without first consulting your doctor. Your condition may become worse when the drug is suddenly stopped. If your doctor decides you should no longer use this drug, you must gradually decrease your dose according to your doctor's instructions.

When gradually stopping this medication, it is recommended that you temporarily limit physical activity to decrease work for the heart. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop worsening chest pain, tightness/pressure in the chest, chest pain spreading to the jaw/neck/arm, sweating, trouble breathing, or fast/irregular heartbeat.

Corgard Side Effects

Dizziness, drowsiness, weakness, and cough may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

This drug may reduce blood flow to your hands and feet, causing them to feel cold. Smoking may worsen this effect. Dress warmly and avoid tobacco use.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of the following unlikely but serious side effects occur:

• bluish color of the fingers/toes/nails
• hair loss (reversible)
• mental/mood changes (e.g., depression, confusion, memory problems)
• numbness/tingling
• decreased sexual ability
• swelling of the ankles/feet
• severe tiredness
• vision changes
• wheezing
• unexplained/sudden weight gain

Seek immediate medical attention if any of these unlikely but very serious side effects occur:

• chest pain
• jaw/left arm pain
• slow/irregular/fast heartbeat
• severe dizziness/fainting

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: