Razocard 500mg Tablet ER

Quick info

Razocard 500mg Tablet ER is used for the management of angina (heart-related chest pain). It helps to prevent new attacks of angina but does not stop an acute attack, once started. Razocard 500mg Tablet ER should be taken in the dose as advised by your doctor at the same time each day. It should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. 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 is 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 nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, constipation, and weakness. Talk to your doctor if these bother you or do not go away.

How it works

Razocard 500mg Tablet ER is an anti-anginal medication. It works by decreasing the oxygen requirement of the heart by relaxing heart muscle.

Direction of use

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. Razocard 500mg Tablet ER is to be taken with food.

Tips

• It should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset.
• It improves HbA1c and blood sugar levels in diabetes patients.
• It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
• Notify your doctor if you are taking any other medications along with Razocard 500mg Tablet ER
• It may produce changes in the ECG (QTc interval prolongation). It is recommended to get an ECG done within 1 to 2 weeks of starting the medication.

Side Effects

• No common side effects listed.