Cardimax SR Tablet
Manufacturer
USV Ltd
Salt Composition
Trimetazidine (60mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Cardimax SR Tablet is an anti-anginal medicine used for treating heart-related chest pain (angina). It prevents new attacks of angina but does not stop an acute attack once it has started.
Dosage Form
Tablet SR
Introduction
Cardimax SR Tablet should be taken regularly as advised by the doctor. You should take it with or without food and at a fixed time. Your doctor will decide how often you should take this medicine. This may change from time to time depending on how well it is working. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit, even if you feel fine. It helps in preventing future harm. If you stop taking it, your chest pain may come back. You can improve the health of your heart by making some lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, cutting down on alcohol, eating well, taking regular exercise, and managing stress. Some common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, rash, itching, hives, and weakness. Talk to your doctor if these effects bother you or do not go away. This medicine may not be suitable for some people. You must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any liver or kidney disease. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Cardimax SR Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Dizziness Headache Abdominal pain Diarrhea Indigestion Nausea Vomiting Rash Itching Hives Weakness
Alcohol Warning
Cardimax SR Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Information regarding the use of Cardimax SR Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning
Information regarding the use of Cardimax SR Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Cardimax SR 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.
Quick Tips
Cardimax SR Tablet prevents new attacks of angina but does not stop an acute attack. Does not affect heart rate or 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 Cardimax SR Tablet.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cardimax SR Tablet a beta blocker?
No, Cardimax SR Tablet is not a beta blocker. It is an anti-anginal medicine 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.
Who should not take Cardimax SR Tablet?
You should not take Cardimax SR Tablet if you are allergic to it or have severe kidney problems. Patients with Parkinson's disease should also avoid taking Cardimax SR Tablet, as it is a disease of the brain that affects movement and causes trembling, rigid posture, slow movements, and a shuffling, unbalanced walk.
Can Cardimax SR Tablet be used in elderly patients?
Cardimax SR 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.
Does taking Cardimax SR Tablet increase the risk of falling down frequently?
Though it is rare, falls may occur with the use of Cardimax SR Tablet, which may be due to instability while walking or a fall in blood pressure while standing up. The risk may be higher in elderly patients. Therefore, they need to be more careful and should be monitored.
Does Cardimax SR Tablet cause drowsiness?
Yes, Cardimax SR Tablet may make you feel dizzy and drowsy. Therefore, you should avoid driving or using heavy machinery in case it causes these side effects.
How should Cardimax SR Tablet be taken?
You should take Cardimax SR Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is meant for oral use, so take the tablets with sufficient amount of liquid, e.g. a glass of water. You can take this medicine with or without food.
What are the possible side effects of Cardimax SR Tablet?
The common side effects of Cardimax SR Tablet include dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, and hives, rash, and itching. Its use may also make you feel sick and weak. The rare side effects may include fast or irregular heartbeats (also called palpitations), a fall in blood pressure on standing which can further cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting, fall, and flushing.
