Can a diabetic patient take Carvejohn?
Yes, a diabetic patient can take Carvejohn, provided that there is a regular check on blood glucose levels. It has been noted that in well controlled diabetes mellitus with mild to moderate hypertension, Carvejohn did not have any effect on blood glucose levels. However, it is important to know that, using Carvejohn class of medicines (beta blockers) may hide the symptoms of hypoglycemia (decrease in glucose levels), especially increase in heart beat or palpitations. In addition to that, Carvejohn may cause worsening of hyperglycaemia (increase in blood glucose levels) in patients with heart failure and diabetes. Hence, it is recommended that blood glucose should be monitored while initiating, adjusting, or discontinuing the dose of Carvejohn. Inform the doctor if there is any change in blood glucose levels during Carvejohn therapy.