Metacard 60mg Tablet CR
Manufacturer
Ipca Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition
Trimetazidine (60mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Metacard 60mg Tablet CR is an anti-anginal medicine used for treating heart-related chest pain (angina).
Dosage Form
Tablet CR
Introduction
Metacard 60mg Tablet CR 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. Metacard 60mg Tablet CR is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
dizziness headache abdominal pain diarrhea indigestion nausea vomiting rash itching hives weakness
Alcohol Warning
Metacard 60mg Tablet CR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Information regarding the use of Metacard 60mg Tablet CR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning
Information regarding the use of Metacard 60mg Tablet CR during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Metacard 60mg Tablet CR 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
Metacard 60mg Tablet CR 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 Metacard 60mg Tablet CR.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Metacard 60mg Tablet CR a beta blocker?
No, Metacard 60mg Tablet CR is not a beta blocker. It belongs to a class of medications called anti-anginal agents and is used in combination with other medicines for the treatment of angina pectoris (chest pain caused by coronary artery disease). It helps protect heart cells from being negatively affected by reduced oxygen supply during an episode of angina.
Who should not take Metacard 60mg Tablet CR?
You should avoid taking Metacard 60mg Tablet CR if you are allergic to it or have severe kidney problems. Additionally, patients with Parkinson's disease should also refrain from using this medication as Parkinson's disease affects movement and causes tremors, rigidity, slow movements, and a shuffling gait.
Can Metacard 60mg Tablet CR be used in elderly patients?
Metacard 60mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients aged 75 years or older. A lower dose of the medication is typically prescribed to reduce the risk of adverse effects, and it's essential to closely monitor such patients.
Does taking Metacard 60mg Tablet CR increase the risk of falling frequently?
While rare, falls may occur with the use of Metacard 60mg Tablet CR. This could be due to instability while walking or a drop in blood pressure when standing up. The risk might be higher in elderly patients, and therefore close monitoring is necessary.
Does Metacard 60mg Tablet CR cause drowsiness?
Yes, Metacard 60mg Tablet CR may make you feel dizzy and drowsy. Therefore, it's advisable to avoid driving or operating machinery until the full effects of the medication are understood.
How should Metacard 60mg Tablet CR be taken?
Take Metacard 60mg Tablet CR exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is intended for oral use, so take it with sufficient water (e.g., a glass of water) and you can consume this medicine with or without food.
What are the possible side effects of Metacard 60mg Tablet CR?
Common side effects of Metacard 60mg Tablet CR include dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, and hives. It may also make you feel sick or weak. Rare side effects can include fast or irregular heartbeats (palpitations), a drop in blood pressure upon standing which could lead to dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting, falls, and flushing.
