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NICOGINA 20mg Tablet 260

Nicorandil:20mg | Antianginal drugs

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Manufactured / Marketed By : Macter Product Form : TabletPack Size : 260Ingredients : Nicorandil:20mgGeneric Category : Antianginal drugs

How it works

NICOGINA 20mg Tablet 260 works by improving the blood flow through the blood vessels of the heart, reducing the workload on the heart and relieving the symptoms of pain.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for NICOGINA 20mg Tablet 260

  • Yellowing of skin and eyes rare
  • Increase in the potassium levels rare
  • Watery eyes rare
  • Gastric Ulcer rare
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Dizziness and Drowsiness
  • Mouth ulcers
  • Irregular heartbeat rare
  • Flushing or redness of skin

Uses of NICOGINA 20mg Tablet 260

What is it prescribed for?

  • Angina pectoris

    This medicine is used to treat or relieve the symptoms of angina pectoris such as an uncomfortable pressure, fullness, or squeezing pain in the center of the chest.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

  • Duration of Effect

    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of very low blood pressure, dizziness, and drowsiness. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery if alcohol and this medicine are used together.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit forming tendencies were reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to NICOGINA 20mg Tablet 260 or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

  • Hypovolemia

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with hypovolemia (low blood volume) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

  • Acute pulmonary edema

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with acute pulmonary edema (excess fluid in the lungs) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

  • Cardiogenic shock

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with cardiogenic shock due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

  • Severe hypotension

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe hypotension (low blood pressure) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

General Warnings
  • Other medicines

    This medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

  • Driving or operating machinery

    This medicine may cause side effects such as low blood pressure, drowsiness, weakness, and dizziness. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery during treatment with this medicine.

  • Ulcerations

    This medicine may cause ulcerations in different locations, including skin, conjunctiva, cornea, and the gastrointestinal tract. Therapy should be discontinued if the ulcerations are persistent and refractory to treatment.

  • Use in children

    This medicine is not recommended for use in children since the safety and efficacy are not clinically established.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Corticosteroids
  • Riociguat
  • Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines
  • Phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE) inhibitors
  • Vasodilators
Disease interactions
  • This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of gastrointestinal diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Any gastrointestinal symptoms such as blood in the stool, abdominal pain, abdominal cramps, etc. should be reported to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

General Instructions

Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other details

  • Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • May cause sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver NICOGINA 20mg Tablet 260. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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