Cardine 20mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Diacardus Pharmacy Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Trimetazidine (20mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Cardine 20mg Tablet is an anti-anginal medicine used for treating heart-related chest pain (angina).
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Cardine 20mg 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.
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. Cardine 20mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Cardine 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.
Quick Tips
Cardine 20mg 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. Does not affect heart rate or blood pressure at rest or during exercise. Improves HbA1c and blood sugar levels in diabetes patients.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cardine 20mg Tablet a beta blocker?
No, Cardine 20mg Tablet is not a beta blocker. It is an anti-anginal medication used in combination with other medications to treat angina pectoris (chest pain caused by coronary artery disease). It protects heart cells from oxygen shortage during an angina episode.
Who should not take Cardine 20mg Tablet?
You should not take Cardine 20mg Tablet if you are allergic to it or have severe kidney problems. Patients with Parkinson’s disease should also avoid taking Cardine 20mg Tablet. Parkinson's is a brain disorder that affects movement, causing trembling, rigid posture, slow movements and an unsteady gait.
Can Cardine 20mg Tablet be used in elderly patients?
Cardine 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients older than 75 years of age. Usually, a lower dose is prescribed to reduce the risk of adverse effects in this group; continuous monitoring is essential.
Does taking Cardine 20mg Tablet increase the risk of falling down frequently?
Though rare, falls may occur when using Cardine 20mg Tablet. This can be due to instability while walking or a drop in blood pressure upon standing. The risk may be higher in elderly patients. Therefore, they need to be extra cautious and monitored closely.
Does Cardine 20mg Tablet cause drowsiness?
Yes, Cardine 20mg Tablet can cause dizziness and drowsiness. Therefore, you should avoid driving or operating machinery if these side effects occur.
How should Cardine 20mg Tablet be taken?
You should take Cardine 20mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is intended for oral administration; therefore, take the tablets with sufficient liquid (e.g., a glass of water). The medication can be taken with or without food.
What are the possible side effects of Cardine 20mg Tablet?
Common side effects of Cardine 20mg Tablet include dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, and hives, rash, itching. Rare side effects may include an irregular or fast heart rate (palpitations), a sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing which can lead to dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting, falls, and flushing.
