Nicoral
Nicoral Products are primarily used for
Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain), Heart failure
About Nicoral Products
Uses of Nicoral Products
Nicorandil is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain) and Heart failure.
Nicoral Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Nicoral are Headache, Dizziness, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Palpitations, Gastrointestinal ulcer, Eye ulcer, Skin ulcer.
How Nicoral Products work
Nicorandil is a vasodilator. It works by reducing the workload of the heart. As a result, heart muscle does not need as much blood and oxygen supply. This reduces the frequency and severity of angina attacks.
Patient Concerns about Nicoral Products
Frequently asked questions about Nicoral Products
Frequently asked questions about Nicorandil
Q. What class of drug is Nicoral 5 Tablet and what is it used for?
Nicoral 5 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as “potassium channel openers”. It causes widening of the arteries. This decreases the workload of the heart to pump the blood. It also improves the blood and oxygen supply to your heart muscle. It is prescribed to patients with stable angina (heart-related chest pain) who cannot take other medicines (beta-blockers, calcium channel antagonist) meant for angina.
Q. Can I stop taking Nicoral 5 Tablet?
No, you should not stop taking Nicoral 5 Tablet without speaking to your doctor first. If you stop Nicoral 5 Tablet suddenly, your anginal pain may recur. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing any side effects.
Q. How long does it take Nicoral 5 Tablet to start working?
Nicoral 5 Tablet starts working after about an hour of taking the medicine, but full benefits may be seen only after 4 to 5 days.
Q. For how long do I need to continue Nicoral 5 Tablet?
Continue taking your medicine for as long as your doctor tells you. Nicoral 5 Tablet is generally prescribed for a long term. You may even need to take it for the rest of your life.
Q. What if somebody accidentally takes excess of Nicoral 5 Tablet?
He or she should be taken to the hospital immediately. The person may experience signs of low blood pressure, which include feeling weak or dizzy. He or she may also experience irregular or fast heart beat.
Q. Can I take Nicoral 5 Tablet if I am taking aspirin?
You should avoid taking Nicoral 5 Tablet and aspirin together. Taking the two medicines together increases the risk of ulcer or bleeding in the mouth, stomach or intestine. Immediately consult your doctor, If you notice blood in your stool or vomit while using Nicoral 5 Tablet.
Q. Who should not use Nicoral 5 Tablet?
People who are allergic to Nicoral 5 Tablet or any of its ingredients should avoid using this medicine. Also, patients who have heart problems such as cardiogenic shock or left ventricular failure with low filling pressure or cardiac decompensation or have a build-up of fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema) should not use Nicoral 5 Tablet. Additionally, patients taking medicines to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil, tadalafil, and vardenafil) or medicines to treat pulmonary hypertension (e.g., riociguat) should not use the medication. Your blood pressure may be affected if these medicines are taken with Nicoral 5 Tablet or if you have low blood volume.
Q. Can Nicoral 5 Tablet affect my sex life?
No, Nicoral 5 Tablet does not affect your sex life. However, it is not recommended to take medicines used to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil or tadalafil) or premature ejaculation (e.g., vardenafil or dapoxetine) while taking Nicoral 5 Tablet. Taking them together can lead to a serious drop in your blood pressure.