Nitrocontin 2.6mg Tablet 30'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Nitroglycerin 2.6 mg Also Known As: Glyceryl Trinitrate
Manufacturer
Modi - Mundi Pharma Pvt. Ltd.
Variant
30 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET contains Nitroglycerine that belongs to the group of medicines called Vasodilators. It is used for management of angina pectoris due to coronary artery disease. Angina is a type of chest pain which is caused by reduced blood flow to the heart as a result of coronary artery disease. Symptoms are feeling pressure, squeezing, heaviness, tightness or pain in the chest or a heavy weight is lying on the chest. Along with NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET your doctor may advise you to make certain lifestyle changes such as quitting alcohol and smoking, eating a healthy diet, manage weight and to improve your sleep pattern. NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having heart diseases (hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy), anaemia, raised pressure in head, raised pressure in the eye (glaucoma), or are taking medicines to manage erectile dysfunction (sildenafil, vardenafil, tadalafil. NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having liver or kidney diseases, underactive thyroid gland, low body temperature, malnourishment, abnormally low levels of oxygen in blood, very low blood pressure, low blood volume, disease of the blood vessels supplying the brain, or conditions that lower blood volume in the heart. NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breast-feeding women. Take your doctor’s advice before taking the medicine. NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children. NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. The most common
Uses
OF NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET It is used for management of angina pectoris due to coronary artery disease
How It Works
NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET causes relaxation of smooth muscles within blood vessels which leads to relaxation and widening of blood vessels. This improves blood supply to the heart muscles. As a result, it helps to relieve chest pain and blood pressure.
Directions for Use
Always use NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET exactly as prescribed by your doctor. For Tablet, Capsule: Swallow NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. For Sublingual Tablet: Place NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET in
Side Effects
taking NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET are throbbing headache, spinning sensation, dizziness, drowsiness, lack of energy. Consult your doctor if the symptoms worsen or doesn’t improve. USES OF NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET It is used for management of angina pectoris due to coronary artery disease HOW NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET WORKSNITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET causes relaxation of smooth muscles within blood vessels which leads to relaxation and widening of blood vessels. This improves blood supply to the heart muscles. As a result, it helps to relieve chest pain and blood pressure. DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways use NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET exactly as prescribed by your doctor. For Tablet, Capsule: Swallow NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. For Sublingual Tablet: Place NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET inside your mouth, below the tongue and allow it to dissolve completely. Do not swallow or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of disease condition. Continue to take NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET for the stipulated duration prescribed by your doctor to achieve better results. SIDE EFFECTS OF NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLETCOMMON throbbing headache spinning sensation fall in blood pressure when seated or standing up dizziness, drowsiness lack of energy UNCOMMON fainting facial flushing nausea, vomiting localised burning sensation tongue blistering circulatory collapse RARE restlessness heartburn bad breath, red, itchy, or flaky skin, skin rash Stop taking NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: worsening of angina symptoms, chest pain signs of hypoxaemia (low levels of oxygen in blood) (difficulty breathing, increased rate of breathing) signs of methemoglobinemia (breathing problems, tiredness, headache) difficulty breathing, bluish discolouration of the lips, fingers or toes (cyanosis) rapid or slowed heartbeat blindness in one eye cerebral ischaemia (impaired blood flow to brain) which may cause weakness in one leg or arm, or weakness in one entire side of the body difficulty speaking, slurred speech loss of coordination, loss of consciousness allergic skin reactions
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYNITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET. BREASTFEEDINGNITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy after taking NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol during the management with NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET as it may increase some effects of the medicine. KIDNEYNITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERNITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET if you are allergic to Nitroglycerine or any other components of this medicine. HEART DISEASENITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having heart diseases such as hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy (thickening of heart muscles). NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having other heart diseases such as have had a recent heart attack, narrowing of heart valves, inflammation of heart, heart failure or fluid build-up around the heart. Consult your doctor before taking NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET. OTHERSNITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have anaemia have raised pressure in head (including that caused by an accident) bleeding on brain (pain in eyes, changes in vision, bad headache behind the eyes) raised pressure in the eye Before taking NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have: underactive thyroid gland low body temperature malnutrition (poor nutrition due to digestion problem or imbalanced diet) abnormally decreased levels of oxygen in the blood severely low blood pressure low blood volume conditions that lower the blood volume in the heart cerebrovascular diseases (diseases affecting the blood vessels supplying the brain) Use in paediatrics: NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children. Ask for the advice of your child’s doctor before giving it to your child. Use in geriatrics: NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Ask for your doctor’s advice before taking the medicine.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: medicines for erectile dysfunction (male impotence) (Ex. sildenafil, vardenafil, tadalafil) medicines used to manage paracetamol overdose (Ex. n-acetylcysteine) medicines for migraine (Ex. ergotamine) other nitrates used to manage heart diseases (Ex. isosorbide dinitrate, isosorbide mononitrate, disopyramide), high blood pressure (Ex. ramipril, atorvastatin) medicines used for thinning your blood and manage blood clots (Ex. warfarin) medicines used to manage Parkinson’s disease (Ex. apomorphine) medicines used to manage stomach ulcers (Ex. propantheline) medicines used to manage anxiety and depression (Ex. amitriptyline, isocarboxazid) Overdosage: If you or anyone else uses too much of NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage of NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET may include nausea, low blood pressure, restlessness, fainting, blue coloration of the skin, methaemoglobin in the blood, breathing difficulties, lack of oxygen in tissues, slow heartbeat or mental illness. SYNOPSIS Drug : Nitroglycerin (Glyceryl trinitrate) Pharmacological Category : Vasodilators Therapeutic Indication : Angina pectoris Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule, Sublingual Tablet, Injection, Patch, Spray MORE INFORMATION Keep NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET out of reach in children Store NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET at room temperature below 25°C
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Nitrocontin 2.6mg Tablet 30'S.
Why is NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET prescribed?
NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET is used for management of angina pectoris due to coronary artery disease. Angina is a type of chest pain which is caused by reduced blood flow to the heart as a result of coronary artery disease. Symptoms are feeling pressure, squeezing, heaviness, tightness or pain in the chest or a heavy weight is lying on the chest.
Can NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET be used in elderly patients?
NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Take the medicines sat down to reduce possible low blood pressure or fainting. Your doctor may change the dose to suit your condition. If you notice that NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET is not working as well at relieving pain as they have done, contact your doctor.
How to use NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET?
Always use NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET exactly as prescribed by your doctor. For Tablet, Capsule: Swallow NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. For Sublingual Tablet: Place NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET inside your mouth, below the tongue and allow it to dissolve completely. Do not swallow or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of disease condition. Continue to take NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET for the stipulated duration prescribed by your doctor to achieve better results.
Can NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET cause headache?
Yes. NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET can cause throbbing headache. If it happens, try to take rest and do not involve yourself in exertive activities. Rest in a quiet and dark room. Apply a pain-relieving balm on your forehead. Do not consume any medication without consulting a doctor. Take your doctor’s advice if headache doesn’t improve.
Is it safe to consume alcohol while being managed with NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET?
You are advised not to drink alcohol with NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET, as some of the effects of this medicine are increased such as dizziness. If you have a habit of drinking alcohol, take your doctor’s advice before taking NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET.
Can NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET affect my ability to drive?
As NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET can cause dizziness, you should make sure you are not affected before driving or operating machinery, especially if taken with alcohol. Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy after taking NITROCONTIN 2.6MG TABLET. You can resume doing your activities after you feel normal again.
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Last Updated
25 Jan 2023