KORANDIL 5mg Tablet

korandil 5 mg

WHAT IS KORANDIL 5MG?

KORANDIL 5 MG contains Nicorandil which belongs to a group of medicines called ?potassium channel activators?

WHAT KORANDIL 5MG IS USED FOR?

KORANDIL 5MG is used to prevent or reduce painful signs (angina pectoris) of your heart disease and is used in adults who cannot take heart medicines called beta-blockers or calcium antagonists
It works by increasing the blood flow through the blood vessels of the heart
It improves the blood and oxygen supply of your heart muscle and reduces its workload

INTERACTIONS:

Tell your doctor if you are taking,

Such as sildenafil, tadalafil or vardenafil for erectile dysfunction
Riociguat to treat ?pulmonary hypertension?
Medicines to treat high blood pressure
Medicines that increase blood potassium levels
Medicines for inflammation such as ibuprofen
Medicines for depression
Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid)

STORAGE:

Keep this medicine out of reach of children
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date
Store at room temperature (15-25°C)

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Korandil 5 mg Tablet is a medicine used to prevent and treat heart-related chest pain (angina). It is usually prescribed when other heart medicines are either not suitable or have not worked. It reduces the risk of an angina attack by widening blood vessels and improving blood flow to the heart.

Korandil 5 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It should be swallowed whole with water. Take this medicine regularly and at about the same time(s) each day.
Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take it.
This may change from time to time depending on how well it is working.
Do not stop taking it without talking to our doctor as sudden withdrawal may cause your chest pain to come back.
You can improve the health of your heart by making some lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, cutting down on alcohol, eating well, exercising regularly, and managing stress.

most common side effect

The most common side effect of this medicine is headache, especially during the first few days of treatment. This usually improves within a week.
However,  drinking plenty of fluids and avoiding alcohol may help. Other common side effects include dizziness or weakness, nausea, and flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk).
Talk to your doctor if these bother you or do not go away.Korandil 5 mg Tablet may not be suitable for some people. Inform your doctor if you have a history of low blood pressure or heart failure.
Also let your doctor know about all other medications that you are using as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
You should not take any medicines for erectile dysfunction with this medicine.
Korandil 5 mg Tablet is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. click here : korandil 5 mg

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Korandil 5 Tablet.

Pregnancy

Korandil 5 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

Information regarding the use of Korandil 5 mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

Korandil 5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

Korandil 5 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Korandil 5 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Korandil 5 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Korandil 5 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.