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Introduction to Cytogard Od 60MG
Cytogard OD Capsule CR 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.
Cytogard OD Capsule CR should be taken regularly as advised by the doctor. You should take it with or without food and at a fixed time. Your doctor will decide how often you should take this medicine. This may change from time to time depending on how well it is working. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit, even if you feel fine.
It helps in preventing future harm. If you stop taking it, your chest pain may come back. You can improve the health of your heart by making some lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, cutting down on alcohol, eating well, taking regular exercise, and managing stress.
Some common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, rash, itching, hives, and weakness. Talk to your doctor if these effects bother you or do not go away.
This medicine may not be suitable for some people. You must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any liver or kidney disease. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.
Uses of Cytogard Od 60MG
- Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Benefits of Cytogard Od 60MG
In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Angina is chest pain or discomfort that happens when there is not enough oxygen-rich blood going to part of your heart. This can occur when the blood vessels of the heart become narrow. By preserving energy metabolism in cells exposed to reduced oxygen supply, Cytogard OD Capsule CR prevents a decrease in intracellular energy levels, thereby ensuring the proper functioning of heart muscle cells. Cytogard OD Capsule CR can also help increase your ability to exercise and lead your daily life more easily by reducing the frequency of angina attacks. You should take it regularly and as long as it is prescribed for it to work effectively.
Research shows that the frequency of angina attacks reduces significantly after 6 months of treatment with Cytogard OD Capsule CR.
How to use Cytogard Od 60MG
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. Cytogard OD Capsule CR is to be taken with food.
How Cytogard Od 60MG Works
Cytogard OD Capsule CR 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.
Safety Advices for Cytogard Od 60MG
Pregnancy
Information regarding the use of Cytogard OD Capsule CR during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast Feeding
Information regarding the use of Cytogard OD Capsule CR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
There is limited information available on the use of Cytogard OD Capsule CR in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
Cytogard OD Capsule CR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Driving
Cytogard OD Capsule CR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Side Effects of Cytogard Od 60MG
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common:
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Weakness
- Rash
- Abdominal pain
- Indigestion
- Itching
- Diarrhea
- Hives
Word of Advice
Cytogard OD Capsule CR 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 Cytogard OD Capsule CR.
FAQs
Q. Is Cytogard OD Capsule CR a beta blocker?
No, Cytogard OD Capsule CR is not a beta blocker. It is an anti-anginal medicine which is used in combination with other medicines to treat angina pectoris (chest pain caused by coronary disease). It protects the heart cells from getting affected by the reduced oxygen supply during an episode of angina.
Q. Who should not take Cytogard OD Capsule CR?
You should not take Cytogard OD Capsule CR if you are allergic to it or have severe kidney problems. Patients with Parkinson’s disease should also avoid taking Cytogard OD Capsule CR. Parkinson’s disease is a disease of the brain which affects movement and causes trembling, rigid posture, slow movements and a shuffling, unbalanced walk.
Q. Can Cytogard OD Capsule CR be used in elderly patients?
Cytogard OD Capsule CR should be used with caution in patients aged more than 75 years of age. Usually, a lower dose is prescribed in elderly patients to reduce the chances of adverse effects. It is important to continuously monitor such patients.
Q. Does taking Cytogard OD Capsule CR increases the risk of falling down frequently?
Though it is rare, falls may occur with use of Cytogard OD Capsule CR. This may be due to instability while walking or fall in blood pressure while standing up. The risk may be higher in elderly patients. Therefore, they need to be more careful and should be monitored.
Fact Box of Cytogard Od 60MG
Chemical Class:
Phenylmethylamines
Therapeutic Class:
CARDIAC
Habit Forming:
No
Action Class:
Fatty acid modulator & Sodium channel blocker
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