Nicorandil Tablets

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Therapeutic Indication

Stable angina (chest pain)
Adjunct therapy in ischemic heart disease
Alternative for patients intolerant to beta-blockers or calcium channel blockers
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Nicorandil

Tablet

Nicorandil is a vasodilator used in the management of angina pectoris. It combines potassium channel opening with nitrate-like activity, reducing both preload and afterload on the heart, thereby improving oxygen supply and decreasing chest pain episodes.

Speciality Cardiology
Tags Angina | Heart Disease | Vasodilator | Antianginal
Strength
  • 5 mg
Packing Size
  • 10 Tablets

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Mechanism

Nicorandil opens potassium channels, causing arterial and venous dilation. It also has nitrate-like properties, releasing nitric oxide to relax vascular smooth muscle. This dual action reduces cardiac workload and improves coronary blood flow.

Pharmacokinetics

  • Absorption: Rapidly absorbed orally.
  • Distribution: Widely distributed in tissues.
  • Metabolism: Metabolized in the liver.
  • Elimination: Excreted mainly via urine.
  • Half-life: ~1–2 hours.

Side Effects

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Flushing
  • Palpitations
  • Mouth ulcers
  • Gastrointestinal ulcers

Contraindication

  • Cardiogenic shock
  • Severe hypotension
  • Pregnancy and lactation
  • Children (not recommended)

Interaction

  • PDE5 inhibitors (sildenafil, tadalafil) – risk of severe hypotension
  • Alcohol – enhances blood pressure lowering effect
  • Other vasodilators – additive effect

Warning and Precautions

  • Use under medical supervision
  • Monitor blood pressure regularly
  • Risk of mouth and GI ulcers with prolonged use
  • Not recommended for smokers above 35 years
  • Regular cardiac check-up advised

Dosage

As directed by the Physician.

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