Cardivas 3.125

Tablet · Sun Pharma
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Cardivas 3.125 is a tablet made by Sun Pharma that contains Carvedilol 3.125 mg. Carvedilol is a beta blocker: treats heart failure and high blood pressure.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Carvedilol3.125 mg

What it is used for

Treats heart failure and high blood pressure.

How it works

A beta blocker that also widens blood vessels; used in heart failure and high blood pressure.

How to take it

Usually 3.125 to 25 mg twice a day with food; the dose is increased slowly.

Common side effects

  • Tiredness
  • Cold hands and feet
  • Slow pulse
  • Dizziness
  • Vivid dreams

Get medical help straight away if

  • Breathlessness or wheeze
  • Very slow pulse or fainting
  • Swollen ankles or rapid weight gain

Be careful

Do not stop suddenly; can cause dizziness when standing.

Other medicines and interactions

Do not stop suddenly (it can trigger chest pain or a heart attack); taper as advised. Verapamil and diltiazem together can slow the heart dangerously. Can hide low sugar warning signs in diabetes.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Some beta blockers (such as labetalol) are used in pregnancy; ask your doctor whether yours is suitable. Babies may need watching for slow heart rate or low sugar after birth.

Same ingredients, different strength or form

Cardivas 6.25Cardivas 12.5

Common questions

What is Cardivas 3.125?

Cardivas 3.125 is a tablet by Sun Pharma containing Carvedilol 3.125 mg.

What is Cardivas 3.125 used for?

Treats heart failure and high blood pressure.

How should I take Cardivas 3.125?

Usually 3.125 to 25 mg twice a day with food; the dose is increased slowly. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Cardivas 3.125?

Common side effects include: Tiredness, cold hands and feet, slow pulse, dizziness, vivid dreams. Get medical help straight away for: Breathlessness or wheeze, very slow pulse or fainting, swollen ankles or rapid weight gain.

Does Cardivas 3.125 need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Cardivas 3.125 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Some beta blockers (such as labetalol) are used in pregnancy; ask your doctor whether yours is suitable. Babies may need watching for slow heart rate or low sugar after birth.

What are the substitutes for Cardivas 3.125?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.