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Korandil 5mg Nicorandil Tablets - 1 Strip of 10 Tablets
Patients with coronary artery disease frequently experience angina pectoris (severe chest pain) when the heart muscle does not receive enough oxygen. Korandil 5mg provides essential prophylactic vasodilator therapy. It features an active Nicorandil vasodilator formulation that actively manages severe clinical cardiovascular disorders[cite: 3]. Through a unique dual mechanism—opening potassium channels and donating nitric oxide—it relaxes and widens both veins and coronary arteries, drastically reducing the workload on the heart and improving blood flow to the ischemic myocardium.
How to Use / Operate
Take orally exactly as prescribed by your cardiologist. Standardized clinical dosing strictly ensures safe long term circulatory protection[cite: 3]. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water, usually twice daily (morning and evening). Do not stop taking abruptly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Korandil 5mg used for?
It is a prescription potassium-channel opener and nitrate medication used to prevent and manage chronic angina (chest pain) attacks.
Is a headache normal?
Yes, severe headaches and facial flushing are very common side effects when initiating therapy due to the rapid widening of blood vessels. It usually subsides after a few days.
Important Clinical Considerations
As a highly bioavailable compound, it effectively prevents dangerous systemic ischemic angina episodes[cite: 3]. Strictly contraindicated in patients taking PDE5 inhibitors (such as sildenafil/Viagra), as the combination can cause a fatal drop in blood pressure. Report any new gastrointestinal, eye, or skin ulcers to your doctor immediately, as Nicorandil can rarely cause mucosal ulceration.
| Key Detail |
Value / Specification |
| Active Ingredient |
Nicorandil 5mg |
| Therapeutic Class |
Potassium Channel Opener / Vasodilator |
| Packaging |
1 Strip of 10 Tablets |
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