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USED FOR:
Chest pain (Angina)

COMPOSITION:
Nicorandil (5mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
cardiac

Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Nikoran 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

No information is available on the use of Nikoran 5mg Tablet during lactation. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

Nikoran 5mg Tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

Kidney

Nikoran 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nikoran 5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Nikoran 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nikoran 5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Nicorandil   5mg

Uses of Nikoran Tablet
Nikoran 5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of chest pain (Angina).

How to use Nikoran Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nikoran 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Nikoran Tablet works
Nikoran 5mg Tablet reduces 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.

Side Effects:

Common Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, Weakness, Dizziness, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk).

Expert advice for Nikoran Tablet
Nikoran reduces attacks of chest pain (angina). You must continue taking it as advised for a foreseeable future. May cause dizziness and lightheadedness. If this happens to you, do not drive or use machinery. Nikoran may interact with other medicines (eg. sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil) and cause a major drop in blood pressure. Your doctor may adjust the dose depending upon the improvement in symptoms and presence of side effects such as hypotension (low blood pressure). Nikoran may increase potassium levels in the blood. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is Nikoran?
Nikoran belongs to the class of medicines known as potassium channel activator with nitric oxide-mediated vasodilating properties.

Q. What is Nikoran used for?
Nikoran is used in the prevention and treatment of chronic stable angina and in decreasing the risk of acute coronary syndrome in patients with chronic stable angina with risk factors.

Q. Can Nikoran be used for lowering blood pressure?
No, it is not used to lower blood pressure. However, concomitant administration with blood pressure lowering drugs (vasodilators, alcohol) may decrease the blood pressure. Patients consult your doctor for the treatment of your high blood pressure.

Q. Does Nikoran cause headache?
Yes, headache is a common side effect with Nikoran. Talk to your doctor if you experience this side effect while taking this medicine.

Q. Is Nikoran an ACE inhibitor?
No, Nikoran is not an ACE (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitor. It is a potassium channel opener which also has nitric oxide-mediated vasodilatory property.

Q. Is Nikoran a beta blocker?
No, Nikoran is not a beta blocker. It is a potassium channel opener which also has nitric oxide-mediated vasodilatory property.

Q. Is Nikoran a calcium channel blocker?
No, Nikoran is not a calcium channel blocker. It is a potassium channel opener which also has nitric oxide-mediated vasodilatory property.

Q. Is Nikoran a nitrate?
No, Nikoran is not a nitrate. It is a potassium channel opener which also has a nitrate moiety in its structure. It acts by dilating your blood vessels and is used in the treatment of conditions like angina pectoris.