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Cardimax 20 mg Tablet
Trimetazidine (20mg)
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Cardimax 20 mg Tablet is used for treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain).
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated October 2026
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Key details
Salt: Trimetazidine (20mg)
Available variants: tablet 20 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹112 (₹11.17 per tablet)
MRP: ₹118
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: USV LIMITED
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Composition of Cardimax 20 mg Tablet
Cardimax 20 mg Tablet contains Trimetazidine (20mg). It belongs to the Cardiovascular agent class of medicines.
Uses of Cardimax 20 mg Tablet
Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Benefits of Cardimax 20 mg Tablet
- In Heart conditions
- Cardimax supports the heart's rhythm, blood supply or pumping strength, depending on the condition it was prescribed for. Taken regularly, it reduces symptoms and lowers the chance of a hospital admission.
- In Angina
- Cardimax improves the blood supply to the heart muscle or reduces its workload, so chest pain comes on less often and you can do more before it starts.
- In Irregular heartbeat
- Cardimax helps the heart keep a regular rhythm, easing palpitations and the breathlessness or light-headedness that an uneven heartbeat causes.
How Cardimax 20 mg Tablet works
Cardimax Sr Tablet 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.
How to take Cardimax 20 mg Tablet
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. Cardimax 20 Tablet should be taken with or after food.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Cardimax 20 Tablet, apply 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.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can seriously disturb the heart's rhythm and blood pressure. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Cardimax 20 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Cardimax are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Weakness
- Rash
- Abdominal pain
- Indigestion
- Itching
- Diarrhea
- Hives
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Cardimax 20 mg Tablet
- Alcohol
- Cardimax SR Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Cardimax SR Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Cardimax SR Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine.
- KidneyUNSAFE
- Cardimax SR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cardimax SR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Cardimax SR Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Cardimax SR Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Warnings and precautions
Do not stop or change the dose of a heart medicine on your own. Report fainting, a very slow or very fast pulse, or new breathlessness. Keep every follow-up appointment — most of these medicines need periodic blood tests or an ECG.
Do not take Cardimax if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will check that this is suitable for your particular heart condition.
Interactions with other medicines
Heart medicines interact widely. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about everything you take, including herbal products.
How to store Cardimax 20 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Quick tips for Cardimax 20 mg Tablet
- Take Cardimax 20 Tablet with food to reduce the chance of stomach upset and improve absorption.
- Take it regularly at the same time each day for best results and don’t skip doses.
- Do not use for sudden chest pain (acute angina attacks); it is meant for long-term management.
- Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or unsteady while on this medicine.
Related lab tests
People taking Cardimax are often asked to check these from time to time. Your doctor decides which and how often.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- USV LIMITED
- Therapeutic class:
- CARDIAC
- Drug class:
- Cardiovascular agent
- Chemical class:
- Phenylmethylamines
Substitutes for Cardimax 20 mg Tablet
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| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Cardimax 20 mg Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carvidon TabletMICRO LABS | tablet · 10`S | ₹100 | 11% cheaper |
| Flavedon 20 TabletSerdia Pharmaceuticals India Pvt Ltd | tablet · 10 Tablet | ₹122 | 9% more |
| Cytogard 20 mg TabletAbbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹156 | 40% more |
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Cardimax 20 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Cardimax 20 mg Tablet used for?
Cardimax 20 mg Tablet is commonly used for Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain). Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Cardimax 20 mg Tablet?
Heart conditions: Cardimax supports the heart's rhythm, blood supply or pumping strength, depending on the condition it was prescribed for. Taken regularly, it reduces symptoms and lowers the chance of a hospital admission. It is also used for angina, irregular heartbeat.
What is the salt in Cardimax 20 mg Tablet?
Cardimax 20 mg Tablet contains Trimetazidine (20mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Cardimax 20 mg Tablet?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Cardimax 20 mg Tablet work?
Cardimax Sr Tablet is an anti-anginal medication.
Is Cardimax 20 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Cardimax 20 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Cardimax 20 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Cardimax are Dizziness, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Weakness. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Cardimax 20 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Cardimax 20 mg Tablet in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Cardimax.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Cardimax 20 mg Tablet?
Ask your doctor before drinking alcohol while on Cardimax 20 mg Tablet.
What if I miss a dose of Cardimax 20 mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Cardimax 20 Tablet, apply it as soon as possible.
Is Cardimax 20 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Cardimax 20 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Cardimax 20 mg Tablet?
Carvidon Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹100 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Cardimax 20 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Cardimax 20 mg Tablet starts at ₹112 (MRP ₹118) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 20 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Cardimax 20 mg Tablet?
Cardimax 20 mg Tablet is manufactured by USV LIMITED. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Cardimax 20 mg Tablet delivered?
Cardimax 20 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Cardimax 20 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Trimetazidine (20mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹112 (₹11.17 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹118
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- USV Ltd
- Manufacturer
- USV LIMITED
- Therapeutic class
- CARDIAC
- Drug class
- Cardiovascular agent
- Chemical class
- Phenylmethylamines
- Action class
- Fatty Acid Oxidation Inhibitors
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 20 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Cardimax 20 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.