Corlanor is a prescription medication that is used to treat chronic heart failure and to lower the risk of hospitalization. Corlanor contains ivabradine and works by affecting the electrical activity in the heart and slowing heart rate. This medication should not be used for patients who already have worsening heart failure symptoms.

Make sure to always read the patient information and instructions before using this medication. Always follow your doctor’s directions.

• Corlanor should be taken with food.
• Corlanor is typically taken twice a day.
• Swallow this medication whole. Speak to your doctor if you have problems swallowing tablets.
• Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit products while taking this medication.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist:

• About your drug and other allergies.
• If you take any other prescription or over-the-counter medications.
• Your medical history particularly of liver disease, heart failure, heart conditions, AV block, low blood pressure or a slow resting heart rate.
• If you have a pacemaker.

You should also know:

• This medication can harm an unborn baby. Use effective birth control while taking Corlanor.
• Do not breast-feed while taking ivabradine.
• This medication can affect reactions. Do not drive or operate machinery until you can do safely.

Common side effects of Corlanor include but are not limited to:

• Slow or irregular heartbeats.
• High blood pressure.
• Increased sensitivity to light, especially during the first two months of treatment.

Get medical help if you have any of the following side effects of ivabradine:

• Severe headaches or a pounding in the neck or ears.
• Fast, slow or pounding heartbeat or a fluttering in the chest.
• Shortness of breath, which may be worse than usual.
• Chest tightness.
• Lack of energy.
• Blurred vision.
• Severe dizziness.
• In babies, breathing problems, feeding problems or turning blue.
• Symptoms of an allergic reaction such as difficulty breathing, hives or swelling in your face, lips or throat.

What should I do if I miss a dose of Corlanor?

Skip your missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.

What else is Corlanor called?

Corlanor is also known as Coralan internationally. Coralan is the same brand name medication with a different name internationally and is not a generic alternative medication. Generic Corlanor is called ivabradine.