Korandil 5mg Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Nicorandil 5 mg
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
KORANDIL 5MG TABLET contains Nicorandil which belongs to the group of medicines called Potassium channel activators. It is used in adults to manage and reduce painful signs of angina pectoris who cannot take heart medicines called beta-blockers or calcium antagonists. Angina pectoris is a type of temporary chest pain or discomfort which occurs as a result of decreased blood flow to the heart muscle which is usually not a heart attack but a sign of increased risk for heart attack that is generally characterized by symptoms such as squeezing pressure, heaviness, tightness or pain in the chest that can occur sudden or recur over time. Avoid consumption of alcohol during management with KORANDIL 5MG TABLET as it may reduce your blood pressure even more. KORANDIL 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe low blood pressure, low blood volume, heart problems (such as cardiogenic shock, left ventricular failure with low filling pressure or cardiac decompensation). Before taking KORANDIL 5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have lung problems such as pulmonary oedema (condition marked by fluid build-up in lungs), hepatic impairment or kidney problems. KORANDIL 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women. It is also not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age). Consult your doctor before taking it. The most common
Uses
OF KORANDIL 5MG TABLET To manage and reduce painful signs of angina pectoris in adults
How It Works
KORANDIL 5MG TABLET works by increasing blood flow through the heart vessels, leading to improved blood and oxygen supply to the heart muscle thus reducing the workload of the heart which results in reducing the frequency and severity of angina attacks.
Directions for Use
Take KORANDIL 5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking KORANDIL 5MG TABLET are headache, dizziness, skin flushing, nausea, vomiting, weakness and rapid or forceful heartbeat. Consult your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen. USES OF KORANDIL 5MG TABLET To manage and reduce painful signs of angina pectoris in adults HOW KORANDIL 5MG TABLET WORKSKORANDIL 5MG TABLET works by increasing blood flow through the heart vessels, leading to improved blood and oxygen supply to the heart muscle thus reducing the workload of the heart which results in reducing the frequency and severity of angina attacks. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake KORANDIL 5MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF KORANDIL 5MG TABLETCOMMON headache dizziness flushed skin nausea vomiting weakness rapid, uneven or forceful heartbeat skin abscess (swollen, pus-filled lump within or below the skin surface) ulcers in mouth, small and large intestines or anal UNCOMMON low blood pressure pus collection in genital, anal or other areas of digestive tract corneal ulcer (open sore in the corneal part of eye) conjunctival ulcer (type of inflammatory reaction of eye) conjunctivitis (pink eye) RARE rash itching muscle pain not caused by exercise Stop taking KORANDIL 5MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: red, itchy, swollen or watery eyes including inflammation or ulcer in cornea or conjunctiva (parts of eye) signs of ulcers in mouth, stomach, large and small intestine or anus such as blood in stools, vomit, fistula (abnormal opening between organs), abscess (pus collection at infected site) and weight loss signs of diverticular disease (infected colon) such as ulcers in the skin, genital tract and nasal passages or around a stoma (artificial opening for waste removal)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYKORANDIL 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking KORANDIL 5MG TABLET. BREASTFEEDINGKORANDIL 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking KORANDIL 5MG TABLET. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy or weak after taking KORANDIL 5MG TABLET. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking KORANDIL 5MG TABLET because it might further lower your blood pressure. KIDNEYKORANDIL 5MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking KORANDIL 5MG TABLET. LIVERKORANDIL 5MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with liver disease such as fibrosis of liver and chronic liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking KORANDIL 5MG TABLET. ALLERGYDo not take KORANDIL 5MG TABLET if you are allergic to Nicorandil or any other ingredients of this medicine. LUNGSKORANDIL 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having lung disease such as pulmonary oedema (fluid build-up in lungs). Consult your doctor before taking KORANDIL 5MG TABLET. HEART DISEASEKORANDIL 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with heart problems such as cardiogenic shock, left ventricular failure with low filling pressure and cardiac decompensation. It is used with caution in patients with heart failure. Consult your doctor before taking KORANDIL 5MG TABLET. OTHERSKORANDIL 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have: signs of severe low blood pressure such as dizziness, light-headedness or feeling faint signs of low blood volume such as confusion, difficulty breathing or fast breathing, excessive sweating and loss of consciousness Before taking KORANDIL 5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have: low blood pressure signs of low blood potassium levels such as constipation, weakness, muscle damage have glucose-6 phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (a genetic condition) Use in pediatrics: KORANDIL 5MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age). Consult your child’s doctor for advice. Use in geriatrics: KORANDIL 5MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking KORANDIL 5MG TABLET.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before taking KORANDIL 5MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: medicines used to manage erectile dysfunction (Ex. sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil) riociguat (used to manage high blood pressure in lung arteries) medicines used to manage inflammatory conditions such as corticosteroids (Ex. hydrocortisone, prednisolone) medicines used to relieve pain and inflammation (Ex. aspirin, ibuprofen) medicines used to manage heart conditions like high blood pressure, angina (Ex. enalapril, propranolol, valsartan and nitroglycerin) medicines that increase blood potassium levels (Ex. spironolactone) cyclosporin (used to manage organ rejection after transplant) dapoxetine (used to manage premature ejaculation) medicines used to manage depression (Ex. nortriptyline, duloxetine) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of KORANDIL 5MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are weakness, dizziness, fast or uneven heartbeat. SYNOPSIS Drug : Nicorandil Pharmacological Category : Potassium channel activators Therapeutic Indication : Angina pectoris Dosage Forms : Tablet, Injection MORE INFORMATION Keep KORANDIL 5MG TABLET out of reach of children Store at (2 - 8°C) in the refrigerator. Do not freeze
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Last Updated
28 Nov 2022