Nicorandil facts, side-effects, and availability
Nicorandil is a compound belonging to the class of compounds known as potassium channel activators. PCAs are characterized by their arterial vasodilator properties.
Nicorandil is used in preventing and treating chest pain caused by angina (Angina, commonly known as angina pectoris, is often described as pressure, squeezing, heaviness, tightness, or pain in our chest)
When other heart medicines do not work or suitable for patients then doctors usually prescribe Nicorandil.
Nicorandil is only available to us on prescription and usually comes as tablets.
Nicorandil Facts
1. Nicorandil is helpful in reducing the risk of having an angina attack by pumping the blood supply to our heart.
2. Nicorandil if taken regularly can stop the deterioration of our heart conditions.
3. It’s usual to take nicorandil twice a day.
4. You can take Nicorandil twice a day (always listen to your doctors)
Who can take Nicorandil?
Nicorandil may not be suitable for some people. It is usually prescribed to adults over 18 years old. But you should ask your doctor if you have the below issues:
· Have an allergic reaction to Nicorandil or any other medicine even in the past.
· If you have low blood pressure aka hypotension.
· If you are suffering from Pulmonary Oedema (a condition in which fluid build-up in our lungs)
· If you have a recent heart attack.
· If you have low blood potassium levels and if you are taking potassium supplements.
· Suffering from kidney problem.
· Suffering from glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency which is a genetic condition.
· Have a digestive condition that is affecting your large intestine also known as diverticular disease.
· If you are taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines regularly like corticosteroid or aspirin tablets.
When and how to take it?
Doctors usually prescribe Nicorandil twice a day: once in the morning and once in the evening.
How much dose is safe & you can take?
Depending on how much Nicorandil works for your body.
If you suffer from headaches, then you may be given a smaller starting dose of 5mg. This may increase from the next week.
Side effects of Nicorandil
Like any other medicine, Nicorandil also has some side effects. However, not everyone experiences them. It is seen that one or more people in 100 suffer from side effects from Nicorandil. Usually, these effects are mild and go away by themselves.
You can consult with your pharmacist or doctor if the below side effects really bothering you:
1. Severe headaches
2. If feeling weak or dizzy
3. Feeling nausea and vomiting
4. Itchy or red watery eye
5. Loss of appetite or stomach pain.
Buy Nicorandil powder from West Bengal Chemical Industries Ltd. A chemical manufacturing company in India.
Grades Available:
BP: A white to off-white crystalline powder.
IP: A white to off white powder
