TRIVASTAL RETARD 50 mg is a medication that contains the active ingredient Piribedil and belongs to the class of dopamine receptor agonists. It comes in the form of prolonged-release tablets and is used to treat Parkinson's disease (shaking palsy), either alone in certain cases or in combination with Levodopa, particularly for patients suffering from tremors.
trivastal retard tablet uses
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Treatment of Parkinson's disease (shaking palsy) in adults.
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Helps improve disease symptoms such as tremors, muscle stiffness, and slow movement (bradykinesia).
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Can be used alone in certain early-stage cases.
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Can be used with Levodopa to enhance treatment efficacy and reduce motor fluctuations in some patients.
How to Use Trivastal Retard
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The tablets are taken orally after food with a sufficient amount of water.
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The tablet must be swallowed whole without crushing, chewing, or dividing it, as it is a prolonged-release formulation.
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The doctor determines the appropriate dose based on the patient's condition and their response to treatment.
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Treatment should not be stopped abruptly without consulting the doctor, to avoid worsening of symptoms.
Side Effects
Trivastal Retard may cause some side effects, the most common of which include:
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Nausea or vomiting.
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Gastrointestinal disorders, such as dyspepsia (indigestion).
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Dizziness or drowsiness (somnolence).
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Headache.
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Hallucinations or confusion, particularly in elderly patients.
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Postural hypotension (low blood pressure upon standing), which may cause dizziness or fainting.
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In rare cases, sudden sleep onset episodes.
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Impulse control disorders in some patients, such as compulsive gambling, increased spending, binge eating, or hypersexuality.
Precautions and Warnings
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Do not use the medication if you have a known hypersensitivity to piribedil or any of the other ingredients.
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Use with caution in patients with cardiovascular disease or low blood pressure.
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May cause drowsiness or sudden sleep onset episodes; therefore, driving or operating machinery should be avoided until the patient's response to the treatment is clear.
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Patients should be monitored for potential behavioral changes or impulse control disorders.
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Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding only if the doctor determines that the benefits outweigh the potential risks.
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Safety and efficacy have not been established for children under 18 years of age.
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Use with caution in patients with renal (kidney) or hepatic (liver) impairment.
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Contains sucrose; therefore, its use is contraindicated in individuals with fructose intolerance or glucose-galactose malabsorption.
Drug Interactions
Trivastal Retard may interact with certain medications, including:
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Antipsychotics that block dopamine (e.g., Haloperidol), as they may reduce the efficacy of the medication.
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Sedatives and alcohol, as they may increase drowsiness and dizziness.
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Antihypertensive medications (for low blood pressure), as the risk of postural hypotension may increase.
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The doctor should be informed of all medications and dietary supplements the patient is using before starting treatment.
Storage
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Store at a temperature below 25°C.
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Keep in the original packaging away from moisture and heat.
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Keep out of reach of children.
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Do not use after the expiration date printed on the package.
Ingredients of Trivastal Retard
Active Ingredient:
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Piribedil: 50 mg in each prolonged-release tablet.
Other Ingredients:
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Povidone, magnesium stearate, talc, sodium bicarbonate, sodium carboxymethylcellulose (carmellose sodium), white beeswax, titanium dioxide (E171), Cochineal Red A (E124), polysorbate 80, sucrose, and colloidal anhydrous silica.
1-How long will it take for my order to be shipped?
Shipping takes 24 hours within Jeddah and Riyadh and two days for other regions
2-What is the return and exchange policy in the Al-Jawaher online store?
The customer has the right to request the return of an order within three days of receiving it; Provided that the product has not been used or opened and that the product is free of any defect or that the products are excluded from return or exchange
3-What products are not eligible for return or replacement?
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Deodorants and personal care and feminine hygiene products are not eligible for return or replacement unless the product is defective.**
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Contact the number (+966 56 364 9160) on WhatsApp to request a return and exchange.
In the event of a return request: After confirmation, a return bill of lading will be issued and sent to the customer so that he delivers it* to the shipping company with the products in their original condition.
After confirming receipt by the shipping company, the process of returning the amount* minus the shipping value will begin within 5-7 business days.
In the event of an exchange request, a new shipping value will be calculated for the new order.
5-What happens if the product arrives damaged or incorrect?
In the event that the wrong product arrives from the shipping company (except for refrigerator medicines, milk, and baby food) or the wrong product arrives from Al-Jawaher Al-Mumayaz Pharmacy, please contact customer service, and after confirming the problem, the amount will be returned to the customer after the product is delivered to the shipping company.
If the problem is confirmed, we will bear the cost of sending the product to the shipping company’s branch via delivery applications, up to a maximum of 20 riyals, if it is confirmed that the shipping company’s branch is very far away.
6-What happens if the product arrives opened or used?
If the product arrives opened or used, the return request will be denied.
7-What happens if the customer does not receive the order from the shipping company and the product is returned to the shop?
If the customer does not receive the order from the shipping company and the product is returned to the shop, the shop will refund the customer's money, minus the shipping cost.
If the customer wants to re-ship the order, they will need to pay the shipping cost again.**
