K COR 5MG TABLET

Used in the prevention and treatment of chronic stable angina (sensation of pressure, squeezing, or pain in the chest due to insufficient supply of blood to the muscles of the heart) and acute coronary syndrome

Nicorandil works by relaxing (widening) the blood vessels of the heart. This increases the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart, and reduces the pain. It can also reduce the risk of further heart conditions

Adult: Oral: Initial: 10 mg twice daily. Usual dose: 10-20 mg twice daily. Max: 30 mg twice daily

• Most Common- Headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, flushing, weakness and rectal bleeding
• Heart- Fast heart rate and low blood pressure
• Miscellaneous- Rash, abnormal liver function, mouth ulcer and muscle pain

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of low volume of blood (hypovolaemia), low blood pressure, heart attack or other heart disease, lung swelling, mouth ulcer, any allergy, elderly and during pregnancy
• It may cause dizziness or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication