What is Corlanor (Ivabradine) prescribed for?
Heart Failure is a condition in which the heart can’t pump enough blood to the meet the needs of your body. In some cases, the heart cannot fill with enough blood. In others, the heart can’t get enough blood out to the rest of the body with enough force. And unfortunately some have both of these issues.
Heart failure can be caused by coronary artery disease, heart attack, cardiomyopathy, and high blood pressure. The treatment for heart failure includes doctor-prescribed exercise, dietary changes, medicines, and rarely surgery.
This medication is used as a treatment for heart failure. It is used normally by adults, and it keeps the heart failure from getting worse and from needing to be treated in a hospital. Heart failure is a condition in which the heart does not pump blood as well as it should. Overall this medication works by making your heart beat at a slower pace.
This medication comes in two different doses, which are 5mg and 7.5mg. It is also known as Coralan on an international level. Remember your dose is based on your medical background and your overall response to the treatment. If your doctor or pharmacist has given you some information in the form of a pamphlet, take the time to read up on this drug, and if you have any questions or concerns regarding this medication, please consult your doctor.