INTRODUCTION

NICOSTAR 2MG contains Nicorandil which belongs to a group of medicines known as potassium-channel activators which works by increasing the blood flow through the blood vessels of the heart. It is used to prevent and treat long-term chest pain (angina). Angina is a type of chest pain often described as squeezing, pressure, heaviness, tightness or pain in your chest due to reduced blood flow to the heart. NICOSTAR 2MG used to treat angina and also reduces acute coronary events in high risk stable angina patients.

It is administered under the guidance of a doctor and should not be self-administered. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have low blood pressure, lung or kidney problems. It is not recommended for use in children and breastfeeding women. The common side effects are headache, ulcer, dizziness and palpitations.

USES OF NICOSTAR 2MG

• Used to manage angina (chest pain)

HOW NICOSTAR 2MG WORKS

NICOSTAR 2MG works by increasing the blood flow through the blood vessels of the heart.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

NICOSTAR 2MG will be administered by a doctor or nurse. Your doctor will decide the dose and frequency depending on your condition. 

SIDE EFFECTS OF NICOSTAR 2MG

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Dizziness:

Get up and move around to feel awake, take small naps to edge off the sleepiness. Give your eyes a break to avoid fatigue and eat a healthy food to boost energy.

Feeling sick (nausea) or indigestion:

Stick to simple normal meals and do not eat rich or spicy foods.

Vomiting:

Eat light, bland foods and avoid fried, greasy, or sweet foods.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

Tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription or the following:

• sildenafil, tadalafil or vardenafil (used for impotence)
• hydralazine, minoxidil or nitroprusside(vasodilators)
• medicines for high blood pressure, depression
• prednisolone

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

Store between 2-8°C and keep out of reach of children.

FAQs ABOUT NICOSTAR 2MG

How long does NICOSTAR 2MG take to start working?

It starts working after about an hour it is given, and may take 4 to 5 days to get full benefits of this medicine.

Will NICOSTAR 2MG affect my fertility?

If you are trying for a baby or having problems getting pregnant while on this medicine, speak to your doctor.

What is NICOSTAR 2MG and what is it used for?

It is used to treat angina and also reduces acute coronary events in high risk stable angina patients.

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