Prodium 20mg Tablet
Rs.33.10for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
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Prodium 20mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
Prodium 20mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Information regarding the use of Prodium 20mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Prodium 20mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Prodium 20mg Tablet
Trimetazidine(20mg)
Prodium tablet uses
{med_name} is used to prevent Angina (heart-related chest pain).
How prodium tablet works
Prodium 20mg Tablet is an anti-anginal medication. It decreases the oxygen requirement of the heart by shifting its metabolism from fats to glucose. As a result, the heart works more efficiently.
Common side effects of prodium tablet
Dizziness, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Weakness, Rash, Abdominal pain, Indigestion, Itching, Diarrhea, Hives
SUBSTITUTES FOR Prodium Tablet
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Expert advice FOR Prodium Tablet
- Trimetazidine prevents new attacks of angina but does not stop an acute attack.
- Does not affect heart rate, blood pressure at rest or during exercise.
- Improves HbA1c and blood sugar levels in diabetes patients.
- Avoid driving or using machinery if you feel dizzy after taking Trimetazidine.
Frequently asked questions FOR Prodium 20mg Tablet
Trimetazidine
Q. Is Prodium 20mg Tablet a beta blocker?
No, Prodium 20mg Tablet is not a beta blocker. It is an anti-anginal medicine which is used in combination with other medicines to treat angina pectoris (chest pain caused by coronary disease). It protects the heart cells from getting affected by the reduced oxygen supply during an episode of angina.
Q. Who should not take Prodium 20mg Tablet?
You should not take Prodium 20mg Tablet if you are allergic to it or have severe kidney problems. Patients with Parkinson’s disease should also avoid taking Prodium 20mg Tablet. Parkinson’s disease is a disease of the brain which affects movement and causes trembling, rigid posture, slow movements and a shuffling, unbalanced walk.
Q. Can Prodium 20mg Tablet be used in elderly patients?
Prodium 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients aged more than 75 years of age. Usually, a lower dose is prescribed in elderly patients to reduce the chances of adverse effects. It is important to continuously monitor such patients.