Prodium 20mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Trimetazidine (20mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Prodium 20mg Tablet is an anti-anginal medicine used for treating heart-related chest pain (angina).
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Prodium 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. Prodium 20mg 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
Prodium 20mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Information regarding the use of Prodium 20mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning
Information regarding the use of Prodium 20mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
How it 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.
Quick Tips
Prodium 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. Avoid driving or using machinery if you feel dizzy after taking Prodium 20mg Tablet.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Prodium 20mg Tablet a beta blocker?
No, Prodium 20mg Tablet is not a beta blocker. It belongs to the class of anti-anginal medicines used in combination with other medications to treat angina pectoris (chest pain caused by coronary artery disease). It protects heart cells from oxygen supply reduction during an angina episode.
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 as Parkinson's is a brain-related disorder causing movement difficulties, tremors, rigidity, slowness of movement and shuffling gait.
Can Prodium 20mg Tablet be used in elderly patients?
Prodium 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients aged over 75 years. A lower dose is usually prescribed for these patients to minimize potential adverse effects. Regular monitoring is crucial for such individuals.
Does taking Prodium 20mg Tablet increase the risk of falling frequently?
Though rare, falls may occur with Prodium 20mg Tablet use. This could be due to unstable walking or a sudden drop in blood pressure while standing up. This risk might be higher in elderly individuals. They need extra caution and careful monitoring.
Does Prodium 20mg Tablet cause drowsiness?
Yes, Prodium 20mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy and drowsy. Therefore, it's advised to avoid driving or operating machinery until the drowsiness subsides.
How should Prodium 20mg Tablet be taken?
You must take Prodium 20mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It is intended for oral use, so consume it with sufficient liquid (e.g., a glass of water). You can take this medication with or without food.
What are the possible side effects of Prodium 20mg Tablet?
Common side effects of Prodium 20mg Tablet include dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, and hives. It can also cause skin irritation (rash) or itching. Rare side effects may involve rapid or irregular heartbeats (palpitations), sudden drops in blood pressure on standing, which could lead to dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting spells. These can be accompanied by falls.
