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Nicostar OD 10mg Tablet PR 30s
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Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
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Benefits
In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain) Nicostar OD 10 Tablet PR helps in prevention as well as treatment of angina. Angina is a chest pain that is usually caused by the narrowing of the blood vessels which supply your heart. This means your heart does not get enough oxygen. Nicostar OD 10 Tablet PR relaxes and widens the blood vessels so more blood (and oxygen) gets to your heart. This reduces the pain and discomfort that angina causes thereby improving your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective so keep taking it even if you are not having any angina symptoms.
Side Effects
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Nicostar OD 10 Tablet PR can be taken it with or without food, although it's advisable to take it consistently at the same time.
How it works
Nicostar OD 10 Tablet PR is a vasodilator. It works by reducing the workload of the heart. As a result, heart muscle does not need as much blood and oxygen supply. This reduces the frequency and severity of angina attacks.
Unsafe: Avoid consuming alcohol with Nicostar OD 10 Tablet PR as it is deemed unsafe.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Nicostar OD 10 Tablet PR 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. Doctor consultation is advised.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: Information regarding the use of Nicostar OD 10 Tablet PR during breastfeeding is not available. Doctor consultation is advised.
Not Safe: Nicostar OD 10 Tablet PR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Nicostar OD 10 Tablet PR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nicostar OD 10 Tablet PR may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Nicostar OD 10 Tablet PR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nicostar OD 10 Tablet PR may not be needed in these patients. Doctor consultation is advised.
What if I forget to take it?
If a dose of Nicostar OD 10 Tablet PR is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.
Manufacturer Address
Lupin Ltd, 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India
References
Opie LH, Horowitz JD. Nitrates and Newer Antianginals ?-Blocking Agents. In: Opie LH, Gersh BJ, editors. Drugs for the Heart. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. p. 57
Katzung BG, Chatterjee K. Vasodilator & the Treatment of Angina Pectoris. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 198
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