Nicordil

Composition for Nicordil Products

Nicordil Products are primarily used for

Hypertension (high blood pressure), Angina (heart-related chest pain), Heart failure

About Nicordil Products

Uses of Nicordil Products

Nicordil Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Nicordil are Headache, Dizziness, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Palpitations, Gastrointestinal ulcer, Eye ulcer, Skin ulcer.

How Nicordil 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 Nicordil Products

Frequently asked questions about Nicordil Products

Frequently asked questions about Nicorandil

Q. What class of drug is Nicordil 5mg Tablet and what is it used for?
Nicordil 5mg 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 Nicordil 5mg Tablet?
No, you should not stop taking Nicordil 5mg Tablet without speaking to your doctor first. If you stop Nicordil 5mg Tablet suddenly, your anginal pain may recur. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing any side effects.
Q. How long does it take Nicordil 5mg Tablet to start working?
Nicordil 5mg 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 Nicordil 5mg Tablet?
Continue taking your medicine for as long as your doctor tells you. Nicordil 5mg 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 Nicordil 5mg 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 Nicordil 5mg Tablet if I am taking aspirin?
You should avoid taking Nicordil 5mg 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 Nicordil 5mg Tablet.
Q. Who should not use Nicordil 5mg Tablet?
People who are allergic to Nicordil 5mg 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 Nicordil 5mg 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 Nicordil 5mg Tablet or if you have low blood volume.
Q. Can Nicordil 5mg Tablet affect my sex life?
No, Nicordil 5mg 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 Nicordil 5mg Tablet. Taking them together can lead to a serious drop in your blood pressure.

Products for Nicordil

Nicordil 5mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
99
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