Brand Names: Corgard

Generic Name: nadolol (Pronunciation: na DOH lol)

• What is nadolol (Corgard)?
• What are the possible side effects of nadolol (Corgard)?
• What is the most important information I should know about nadolol (Corgard)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking nadolol (Corgard)?
• How should I take nadolol (Corgard)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Corgard)?
• What happens if I overdose (Corgard)?
• What should I avoid while taking nadolol (Corgard)?
• What other drugs will affect nadolol (Corgard)?
• Where can I get more information?

What is nadolol (Corgard)?

Nadolol is in a group of drugs called beta-blockers. Beta-blockers affect the heart and circulation (blood flow through arteries and veins).

Nadolol is used to treat angina (chest pain) and hypertension (high blood pressure).

Nadolol may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Corgard 20 mg

round, gray, imprinted with BL232, CORGARD20

Corgard 80 mg

round, blue, imprinted with CORGARD80, BL241

Nadolol 20 mg-MYL

round, yellow, imprinted with M 28

Nadolol 40 mg-APH

round, white, imprinted with AP 2462

Nadolol 40 mg-MYL

round, yellow, imprinted with M 171

Nadolol 80 mg-MYL

round, yellow, imprinted with M 132

What are the possible side effects of nadolol (Corgard)?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

• slow or uneven heartbeats;
• feeling light-headed, fainting;
• feeling short of breath, even with mild exertion;
• swelling of your ankles or feet;
• nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
• depression; or
• cold feeling in your hands and feet.

Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:

• decreased sex drive, impotence, or difficulty having an orgasm;
• sleep problems (insomnia);
• tired feeling; or
• anxiety, nervousness.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about nadolol (Corgard)?

Do not stop taking nadolol without first talking to your doctor. Stopping suddenly may make your condition worse.

If you need to have any type of surgery, you may need to temporarily stop using nadolol. Be sure the surgeon knows ahead of time that you are using nadolol.

Nadolol can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.

Avoid drinking alcohol, which could increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking nadolol.

Nadolol is only part of a complete program of treatment for hypertension that may also include diet, exercise, and weight control. Follow your diet, medication, and exercise routines very closely if you are being treated for hypertension.

Hypertension often has no symptoms, so you may not even feel that you have high blood pressure. Continue using this medicine as directed, even if you feel well. You may need to use blood pressure medication for the rest of your life.