Nikoran Od 10 Tablet 10

Nikoran OD 10 Tablet is used for the following:

• Managing painful symptoms of stable angina pectoris

• Providing relief from heart-related chest pain in adults

• Assisting those who cannot tolerate or have contraindications to first-line anti-anginal treatments like beta-blockers or calcium channel blockers.

Here's how you should take Nikoran OD 10 Tablet:

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.

• Do not chew, crush or break the tablet.

• It is important not to stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor first. Any changes to your treatment regimen should be done gradually and under medical supervision.

Nikoran OD 10 Tablet is taken orally.

Nikoran OD 10 Tablet contains Nicorandil (10 mg), which works on your body in the following ways:

• Arterial Vasodilation: Nicorandil opens ATP-sensitive potassium channels in the smooth muscle cells of blood vessel walls. This action relaxes the vascular smooth muscle, leading to the dilation of your blood vessels and reducing your blood pressure.

• Increased Coronary Blood Flow: Nicorandil's ability to selectively dilate coronary arteries means it can increase blood and oxygen supply to your heart muscle. This action reduces the risk of tissue damage due to insufficient blood supply and helps to reduce your symptoms of angina.

This dual action helps to reduce the workload on your heart, decreases its oxygen demand, and enhances blood flow to the areas of your heart at risk of ischemia. All these actions combine to manage your symptoms of angina effectively.

• Store Nikoran OD 10 Tablet between 2°C and 8°C, ideally in a cool and dry place.

• Avoid exposure to direct sunlight or excessive heat.

• Keep it securely out of reach of children.

• Always check the expiry date before use.

• Regular physical activity, such as walking or cycling, can help manage angina symptoms by improving your heart's fitness.

• Adopting a diet low in saturated fats and high in fibre can aid in maintaining a healthy cardiovascular system. Always consult your doctor for more personalised advice.

• Avoid using salt substitutes like Lo-Salt, which are high in potassium. Lo-Salt can increase potassium levels in the blood.