Dosage ; Initially 10mg BD. Maintenance dose: 10-20mg BD (max. 30mgBD).
Combinations ; - see below
| Nicorandil More info | |
|---|---|
| Mode Of Action | Potassium-channel activitor with both arterial and venous vasodilating effects. |
| Drug Indication | Prophylaxis and treatment of angina. |
| Precautions | Pregnancy and breastfeeding; hypovolaemia; low systolic BP; acute pulmonary oedema; acute myocardial infarction. |
| Contra-Indications | Cardiogenic shock; hypotension; left ventricular failureand low filling pressure. |
| Side Effects | Transient headache; flushing, nausea and vomiting; dizziness; weakness; oral ulceration; myalgia; hypotension; angioedema; hepatic dysfunction. |
| Dosage | Initially 10mg BD. Maintenance dose: 10-20mg BD (max. 30mgBD). |
| Drug Category | DRUGS ACTI NG ON THE CARDIO-VASCULAR SYSTEM |
| Drug Sub-Category | Potassium-channel activitors |