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Trimetazidine

Trimetazidine is used in some settings as add-on symptom treatment for stable angina. It does not relieve an acute angina attack or replace proven cardiovascular prevention. Listed uses include stable angina pectoris.

Vastarel

Angina Pectoris

20mg

Trimetazidine 20mg modified-release tablets, used in the management of stable angina pectoris. A metabolic agent, shifting the heart towards glucose.

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Key points

  • New or worsening chest pain requires the prescribed acute plan and medical assessment.
  • Tremor, stiffness, slowed movement or unsteady walking requires prompt review.
  • Kidney function affects exposure and suitability.

Listings are for comparison only; suitability and supply depend on cardiac assessment, kidney function, prescription and pharmacy checks.

Important safety checks

Review Parkinson’s disease, tremor, restless legs, falls, kidney impairment, pregnancy and all medicines. Benefit should be reassessed if symptoms persist.

When to seek urgent care

Seek urgent help for chest pain that is new, severe or not responding to the prescribed action plan, fainting, signs of stroke, facial swelling or breathing difficulty.

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