Vastarel: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use it

Use

What is the function of Vastarel?

Vastarel, or Vastarel MR, is a medication that can be used to treat angina pectoris or wind sitting. Angina pectoris is chest pain associated with coronary heart disease.

Vastarel has the active ingredient trimetazidine. This drug works by making sure the cells in the heart are not deprived of oxygen during angina pectoris.

The administration of this drug is usually combined with other medicines to treat angina, such as beta blockers or calcium channel blocker .

How do you use Vastarel?

For the oral form, you must:

• Take Vastarel as directed by your doctor regarding the dosage and schedule for taking this medicine.
• Read labels carefully before using Vastarel.
• Talk to your doctor about information on the label that you do not fully understand.
• Tablets should be taken with a glass of water during meal times.

How to store this drug?

This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it.

Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when the drug has expired or when it is no longer needed.

Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your medicine.

Dose

The following information cannot be used as a substitute for a doctor's prescription. You MUST consult your doctor or pharmacist before using Vastarel.

What is the dose of Vastarel for adults?

Consult your doctor about the dosage of Vastarel. The recommended dose in some cases is one 20 mg tablet taken three times daily during meal times.

What is the dosage of Vastarel for children?

Vastarel is not recommended in children under 18 years of age.

In what form is Vastarel available?

Vastarel MR is available in the following forms:

• the tablet was covered with a thin layer of 35 mg
• the tablet was covered with a thin layer of 20 mg

Warning

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What should I pay attention to before using Vastarel?

Here are some things you need to consider before using this drug:

Medicines and health conditions

Before taking Vastarel MR, make sure you tell your doctor about any medicines you are taking. This is important to prevent interactions, drug poisoning, and dangerous side effects.

In addition to medicines, also inform your doctor or medical personnel about the disease or health condition that you are currently suffering from. Vastarel has the potential to trigger interactions with certain health conditions.

Are pregnant or breastfeeding

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, especially if you are in the last month of pregnancy, you are planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. If you become pregnant while using Vastarel, contact your doctor immediately.

Allergy history

You also need to inform your doctor if you have a history of allergies to Vastarel, trimetazidine, or any other ingredients in this medicine. More detailed information is in the brochure.

Elderly

Sufficient research to date has not demonstrated a specific problem for elderly patients who necessitate restricting the use of Vastarel in the elderly.

However, older patients are more likely to have side effects (such as constipation, dizziness or fainting, abdominal pain, weakness) and some age-related problems such as liver, kidney, or heart problems, so adjustments and special attention to dosage may be needed. for elderly patients who need this drug.

Is Vastarel safe for pregnant and lactating women?

Until now, there has been no research that can prove the safety of Vastarel for consumption by pregnant women. Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, consult your doctor first about the decision to use this drug.

In addition, this drug is also not confirmed safe for breastfeeding mothers. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medication.

Side effects

What are the possible side effects of Vastarel?

As with the use of other drugs, the use of Vastarel can cause some side effects. Most of these side effects are rare and do not require additional treatment.

However, it is important to consult a doctor if you experience problems after using this medicine.

Reporting from the Health Products Regulatory Authority website, some of the side effects that can arise due to this drug include:

• Dizziness, headache, stomach pain
• Diarrhea, indigestion, feeling nauseous
• Gag
• Rash, itching, and weakness

Not everyone experiences the following side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Drug Interactions

What medicines should not be taken at the same time as Vastarel?

Vastarel MR may interact with other drugs you are currently taking, which could change the performance of your drug or increase the risk of serious side effects.

Not all possible drug interactions are listed in this document. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription / non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval.

Are there foods and drinks that should not be consumed when using Vastarel?

Vastarel may interact with certain foods or drinks by changing how the drug works or increasing the risk of serious side effects.

Smoking tobacco or consuming alcohol with certain drugs can lead to serious interactions. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about potential food or alcohol interactions before using this drug.

Are there certain health conditions that can interact with this drug?

Vastarel can interact with your health condition. These interactions can worsen your health condition or change the way the drugs work. It is important to always tell the doctor and pharmacist about any health conditions you are currently experiencing.

The following are health conditions that may require you to avoid this drug:

• Kidney illness
• allergy to trimetazidine
• Parkinson's disease

Overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In the event of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

What should I do if I forget to take / take medicine?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, use it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.

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