Trivastal L.A 50 Tablet

Composition of Trivastal L.A 50 Tablet

Trivastal L.A 50 Tablet contains Piribedil 50 mg (prolonged/long-acting release) tablet. It belongs to the Dopamine agonist class of medicines.

Uses of Trivastal L.A 50 Tablet

• Parkinson’s disease (as monotherapy or adjunct to levodopa) to help control symptoms such as tremor
• rigidity and slowness of movement; may also be used for certain circulatory/vascular disorders as per physician advice

Key benefits

• Improves tremor and rigidity in Parkinson’s disease
• Helps reduce slowness of movement
• May reduce “off” time when used with levodopa
• Supports better daily functioning and mobility

How Trivastal L.A 50 Tablet works

Piribedil is a dopamine agonist that stimulates dopamine receptors in the brain, helping improve motor control in Parkinson’s disease. It also has alpha-2 adrenergic antagonist activity, which may contribute to improved blood flow and symptom relief in some patients.

How to take Trivastal L.A 50 Tablet

Take as prescribed by the doctor. Swallow the long-acting tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew. Usually taken with or after food to reduce nausea; take at the same time each day.

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

Take the missed dose of Trivastal L.A as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Trivastal L.A than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Trivastal L.A 50 Tablet

Most side effects of Trivastal L.A are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal discomfort
• dizziness
• headache
• drowsiness
• insomnia
• low blood pressure (postural hypotension)
• palpitations
• constipation
• hallucinations
• confusion

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately 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 Trivastal L.A 50 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in elderly patients and those with heart disease, low blood pressure, psychiatric illness (hallucinations/psychosis), or history of impulse-control disorders. May cause sudden sleep episodes; avoid driving/operating machinery if drowsy. Hallucinations and confusion can occur, especially when used with levodopa. Do not stop suddenly without medical advice (risk of symptom worsening).

Interactions with other medicines

Levodopa and other dopaminergic drugs (additive effects/hallucinations), antipsychotics (may reduce effect of piribedil), antihypertensives (increased risk of low BP), sedatives/alcohol (increased drowsiness), antiemetics with dopamine antagonist action such as metoclopramide/prochlorperazine (may reduce effect)

How to store Trivastal L.A 50 Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep in original blister pack and out of reach of children.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SERDIA PHARMACEUTICALS`

Therapeutic class:

Anti-Parkinsonian

Drug class:

Dopamine agonist