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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Nicomax 20mg Tablet is used to treat angina pectoris (heart-related chest pain). It contains Nicorandil which works by widening blood vessels and reducing the heart's workload by making it easier for the heart to pump blood around the body. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and weakness. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

NICORANDIL-20MG

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Nicomax 20mg Tablet

Nicomax 20mg Tablet is used to treat angina pectoris (heart-related chest pain) in adults who cannot take beta-blockers (blood pressure-lowering pills). Angina pectoris is a kind of chest pain due to decreased blood flow to the heart. It is a symptom of coronary artery disease.

Nicomax 20mg Tablet contains Nicorandil, that opens potassium channels present on the muscle cells within the walls of blood vessels and relaxes these muscle cells and widens blood vessels.

Some people may experience headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, weakness, flushing (reddening of the skin) or very fast, forceful or uneven heartbeat. Most of these side effects of Nicomax 20mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

Take Nicomax 20mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor with or without food. You are advised to take Nicomax 20mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Do not chew, break, or crush the medicine.

If you are allergic to Nicomax 20mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Nicomax 20mg Tablet is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not been established. It is advised to drive only if you are alert as Nicomax 20mg Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness. Avoid alcohol consumption with Nicomax 20mg Tablet as it may cause severely low blood pressure. 

Uses of Nicomax 20mg Tablet

Nicomax 20mg Tablet is used in the treatment of angina pectoris (heart-related chest pain). The detailed use of Nicomax 20mg Tablet is as follows:

Treatment of Angina Pectoris: Nicomax 20mg Tablet manages angina effectively by reducing chest pain frequency and severity, enhancing exercise capacity, and improving quality of life through potassium channel-mediated vasodilation.

Directions for Use

  • Nicomax 20mg Tablet can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Swallow Nicomax 20mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Nicomax 20mg Tablet contains Nicorandil, a potassium-channel activator used to prevent or treat angina pectoris (chest pain).
  • Nicomax 20mg Tablet helps reduce the heart's workload by making it easier for the heart to pump blood around the body and does not require much oxygen.
  • Also, Nicomax 20mg Tablet helps to prevent angina by increasing oxygen and blood supply to the heart muscle by widening coronary arteries within the heart.
  • Nicomax 20mg Tablet is given to adults who cannot tolerate other heart medicines such as calcium antagonists or beta-blockers. 

How Nicomax 20mg Tablet Works

Nicomax 20mg Tablet contains Nicorandil, a potassium-channel activator that opens potassium channels present on the muscle cells within the walls of blood vessels and relaxes these muscle cells and widens blood vessels. Thereby, Nicomax 20mg Tablet reduces the heart's workload by making it easier for the heart to pump blood around the body and does not require much oxygen. Also, Nicomax 20mg Tablet helps to prevent angina by increasing oxygen and blood supply to the heart muscle by widening coronary arteries within the heart.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Nicomax 20mg Tablet out of reach and sight of children. • Cold chain - To be stored in cold places at 2ºC to 8ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Nicomax 20mg Tablet

Take Nicomax 20mg Tablet only as prescribed by the physician. Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include weakness, dizziness (signs of low blood pressure), and fast/irregular heartbeat. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

  • If you are allergic to Nicomax 20mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor.
  • Avoid taking Nicomax 20mg Tablet if you have hypotension (severe low blood pressure), low blood volume, pulmonary oedema (accumulation of fluid in the lungs) or any heart problems.
  • Do not take Nicomax 20mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and consult a doctor.
  • Nicomax 20mg Tablet is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption with Nicomax 20mg Tablet as it may cause severely low blood pressure.
  • Avoid taking vardenafil, sildenafil, tadalafil and riociguat with Nicomax 20mg Tablet as it may affect blood pressure. If you notice in blood in stools while taking Nicomax 20mg Tablet, inform your doctor immediately as it may be due to ulcers in the stomach, intestines or back passage.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Follow a cholesterol-lowering diet.

  • Consume low-salt and a low-fat diet.
  • Exercise regularly. It helps in maintaining proper weight and lowers cholesterol.
  • Limit salt and sugar intake.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Choose healthy fats and cut down on trans-fat.
  • Include omega-3 fatty acids, fibre-rich food, fruits and vegetables.
  • Get active by doing any physical activity such as swimming, brisk walking or jogging. Take the stairs instead of elevators/lifts.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

VASODILATORS
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Alcohol

Unsafe

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Nicomax 20mg Tablet as it may cause severely low blood pressure.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Nicomax 20mg Tablet is not recommended for pregnant women as it may harm the foetus. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Nicomax 20mg Tablet is not recommended in breastfeeding women. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

Nicomax 20mg Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel dizzy or weak after taking Nicomax 20mg Tablet.

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Liver

Caution

Take Nicomax 20mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Nicomax 20mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Unsafe

Nicomax 20mg Tablet is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

Have a query?

FAQs

Nicomax 20mg Tablet is used to prevent or treat angina pectoris (heart-related chest pain) in adults who cannot take beta-blockers (blood pressure-lowering pills).

Nicomax 20mg Tablet contains Nicorandil that works by relaxing and widening blood vessels. Thereby, Nicomax 20mg Tablet reduces the workload of the heart by making it easier for heart to pump blood around the body and does not require much oxygen. Also, Nicomax 20mg Tablet helps to prevent angina by increasing oxygen and blood supply to the heart muscle by widening coronary arteries within the heart.

Nicomax 20mg Tablet may cause headache as a common side effect especially in the first few days of treatment. However, if the condition persist or worsens, please consult a doctor so that the dose may be reduced initially.

Nicomax 20mg Tablet is not recommended for patients with severe hypotension (low blood pressure) as it may increase the risk of worsening the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure before taking Nicomax 20mg Tablet.

You are not recommended to take aspirin (pain reliever) with Nicomax 20mg Tablet as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of ulcers or other adverse effects. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines with Nicomax 20mg Tablet.

You are recommended to avoid taking Nicomax 20mg Tablet if you have hypotension (severe low blood pressure), low blood volume, pulmonary oedema (accumulation of fluid in the lungs) or any heart problems such as left ventricular failure with low filling pressure, cardiac decompensation or cardiogenic shock.

You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Nicomax 20mg Tablet as it may cause Nicomax 20mg Tablet overdose resulting in symptoms such as weakness, dizziness (signs of low blood pressure), fast or irregular heartbeat. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Nicomax 20mg Tablet, please consult a doctor immediately.

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Address : Plot No-110, Industrial Area, Phase-2, Panchkula New Delhi 134113 India
Other Info - NI73536

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