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Flavedon 20mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Serdia Pharmaceuticals India Pvt Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Trimetazidine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Flavedon 20mg Tablet

Flavedon 20mg Tablet is used for the treatment of chest tightness, medically known as angina pectoris. This medicine also prevents a sudden rise in blood pressure and also helps in reducing the frequency of angina attacks.

It works by producing a good supply of oxygen for the cells of the heart. The medicine also slows the beta-oxidation of fatty acids by blocking long-chain 3-ketoacyl-CoA thiolase, which increases glucose oxidation.

This medication is available in the form of a tablet or a capsule and should be taken with water. For better results take the medicine according to the doctor’s prescription.

You should talk to your doctor about all the medications, allergies, and medical history. It’s best recommended to discontinue this drug if there is no response after 3 months of treatment. Patients with moderate kidney problems and above 75 years should exercise caution.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Flavedon 20mg Tablet

    • Angina Pectoris

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of Flavedon 20mg Tablet ?

    • Hypersensitivity

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Flavedon 20mg Tablet ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Flavedon 20mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Please consult your doctor before using this drug during pregnancy.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Please consult your doctor before using this drug during breastfeeding.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies found

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies found.

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      No data available

    • What is the onset of action?

      No data available

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Flavedon 20mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Flavedon 20mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of this medicine, 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.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    An anti-ischemic metabolic agent, the drug helps to better the utilization of myocardial glucose via the inhibition brought about by the activity of long-chain 3-ketoacyl CoA thiolase. This causes a reduction of fatty acid oxidation and stimulation of the oxidation of glucose.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Flavedon 20mg Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Lab Test

        No data available
      • Interaction with Medicine

        No data available
      • Interaction with Food

        No data available
      • Interaction with Disease

        No data available

      FAQs about Flavedon 20mg Tablet

      • Ques : What is Flavedon 20mg Tablet?

        Ans : This medication is used for the treatment of angina pectoris, which is also known as tightness in the chest.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use Flavedon 20mg Tablet before I see improvement in my condition?

        Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

      • Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Flavedon 20mg Tablet?

        Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.

      • Ques : Should I use Flavedon 20mg Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

        Ans : This medication should be taken after food in a prescribed dosage.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Flavedon 20mg Tablet?

        Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      References

      • Trimetazidine-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 20 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/trimetazidine

      • Trimetazidine-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 20 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB09069

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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