Cytogard MR Tablet
Manufacturer
Abbott
Salt Composition
Trimetazidine (35mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Cytogard MR Tablet is an anti-anginal medicine used for treating heart-related chest pain (angina).
Dosage Form
Tablet CR
Introduction
Cytogard MR 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. Cytogard MR 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
Cytogard MR Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Information regarding the use of Cytogard MR Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning
Information regarding the use of Cytogard MR Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Cytogard MR 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
Cytogard MR 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 Cytogard MR Tablet. Avoid smoking, cutting down on alcohol, eating well, taking regular exercise, and managing stress.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cytogard MR Tablet a beta blocker?
No, Cytogard MR Tablet is not a beta blocker. It is an anti-anginal medicine used in combination with other medications to treat angina pectoris (chest pain caused by coronary disease). It protects the heart cells from being affected by reduced oxygen supply during an episode of angina.
Who should not take Cytogard MR Tablet?
You should not take Cytogard MR Tablet if you are allergic to it or have severe kidney problems. Patients with Parkinson's disease should also avoid taking Cytogard MR Tablet, as it is a disease of the brain that affects movement and causes symptoms such as trembling, rigid posture, slow movements, and a shuffling, unbalanced walk.
Can Cytogard MR Tablet be used in elderly patients?
Cytogard MR Tablet should be used with caution in patients aged 75 years or older. Typically, a lower dose is prescribed in elderly patients to reduce the risk of adverse effects. It is essential to continuously monitor such patients.
Does taking Cytogard MR Tablet increase the risk of falling down frequently?
Although rare, falls may occur with the use of Cytogard MR Tablet, possibly due to instability while walking or a drop in blood pressure when standing up. The risk may be higher in elderly patients. Therefore, they should be more cautious and closely monitored.
Does Cytogard MR Tablet cause drowsiness?
Yes, Cytogard MR Tablet may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Therefore, you should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if it causes these side effects.
How should Cytogard MR Tablet be taken?
You should take Cytogard MR Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is intended for oral use, so take the tablets with a sufficient amount of liquid, such as a glass of water. You can take this medicine with or without food.
What are the possible side effects of Cytogard MR Tablet?
The common side effects of Cytogard MR Tablet include dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, hives, rash, and itching. Its use may also cause feelings of sickness and weakness. Rare side effects may include fast or irregular heartbeats (also called palpitations), a drop in blood pressure on standing, which can further cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting, falls, and flushing.
