METACARD MR Tablet

Therapeutic Class

Anti-Anginal Drugs

Indications

Metacard MR Tablet is a metabolic treatment for ischaemic heart disease. It can be used at all stages of angina pectoris and in post myocardial infarction. Metacard MR therapy has also demonstrated beneficial effects when administered during bypass surgery.

Chemical Composition

Trimetazidine BP 35 mg (Modified release tablet)

Packaging

Each box contains 70's tablets in blister pack.

Dosage & Administration

One tablet at mealtimes in the morning and evening.

Contraindications

Trimetazidine is contraindicated in-patients with a known hypersensitivity to its components.

Side Effects

Trimetazidine is safe and well tolerated. Rare cases of gastrointestinal disorders, nausea & vomiting have been reported.

Drug Interaction

No drug interactions so far have been reported. In particular, no interactions have been reported with beta-blockers, calcium antagonists, nitrates, heparin, hypolipidaemic agents or digitalis preparation.