Vastarel MR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
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Information regarding the use of Vastarel MR during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Vastarel MR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE
Vastarel MR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION
Vastarel MR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vastarel MR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Vastarel MR is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
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There is limited information available on the use of Vastarel MR in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Medicine Overview of Vastarel MR 35mg tablet
Introduction
Vastarel MR 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. It can be used alone or in combination with some other medicines.
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Uses of Vastarel MR
Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Side effects of Vastarel MR
Common
Constipation
Dizziness
Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Weakness
How to use Vastarel MR
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. Vastarel MR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Vastarel MR works
Vastarel MR 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.
What if you forget to take Vastarel MR?
If you miss a dose of Vastarel MR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Vastarel MR prevents new attacks of angina but does not stop an acute attack.
Does not affect heart rate, 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 Vastarel MR.
Hypersensitivity to Trimetazidine Dihydrochloride.
Mode of Action
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Precaution
Moderate renal impairment (CrCl 30-60 mL/min). Pregnancy. Patient Counselling May cause dizziness and drowsiness, if affected, do not drive or operate...
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