Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alcoran 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

- Alcohol : CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Alcoran 5mg Tablet. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alcoran 5mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Alcoran 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : UNSAFE

Alcoran 5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Alcoran 5mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended. | - Liver : CAUTION

Alcoran 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

If you miss a dose of Alcoran 5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

What class of drug is Alcoran 5mg Tablet and what is it used for?::: Alcoran 5mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as ?potassium channel openers?. It causes widening of the arteries. This decreases the workload of the heart to pump the blood. It also improves the blood and oxygen supply to your heart muscle. It is prescribed to patients with stable angina (heart-related chest pain) who cannot take other medicines (beta-blockers, calcium channel antagonist) meant for angina.| Can I stop taking Alcoran 5mg Tablet?::: No, you should not stop taking Alcoran 5mg Tablet without speaking to your doctor first. If you stop Alcoran 5mg Tablet suddenly, your anginal pain may recur. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing any side effects.| For how long do I need to continue Alcoran 5mg Tablet?::: Continue taking your medicine for as long as your doctor tells you. Alcoran 5mg Tablet is generally prescribed for a long term. You may even need to take it for the rest of your life.| What if somebody accidentally takes excess of Alcoran 5mg Tablet?::: He or she should be taken to the hospital immediately. The person may experience signs of low blood pressure, which include feeling weak or dizzy. He or she may also experience irregular or fast heart beat.| Can I take Alcoran 5mg Tablet if I am taking aspirin?::: You should avoid taking Alcoran 5mg Tablet and aspirin together. Taking the two medicines together increases the risk of ulcer or bleeding in the mouth, stomach or intestine. Immediately consult your doctor, If you notice blood in your stool or vomit while using Alcoran 5mg Tablet.| Who should not use Alcoran 5mg Tablet?::: People who are allergic to Alcoran 5mg Tablet or any of its ingredients should avoid using this medicine. Also, patients who have heart problems such as cardiogenic shock or left ventricular failure with low filling pressure or cardiac decompensation or have a build-up of fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema) should not use Alcoran 5mg Tablet. Additionally, patients taking medicines to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil, tadalafil, and vardenafil) or medicines to treat pulmonary hypertension (e.g., riociguat) should not use the medication. Your blood pressure may be affected if these medicines are taken with Alcoran 5mg Tablet or if you have low blood volume.| Can Alcoran 5mg Tablet affect my sex life?::: No, Alcoran 5mg Tablet does not affect your sex life. However, it is not recommended to take medicines used to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil or tadalafil) or premature ejaculation (e.g., vardenafil or dapoxetine) while taking Alcoran 5mg Tablet. Taking them together can lead to a serious drop in your blood pressure.

Alcoran 5mg Tablet 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. It also relaxes coronary artery (that carries blood to heart). This reduces the frequency and severity of angina attacks.

-Sildenafil (Oral Route): Severe

Do not consume Sildenafil with Nicorandil. Concomitant use may cause a severe drop in blood pressure.

| -Tadalafil (Oral Route): Severe

Do not consume Tadalafil with Nicorandil. Concurrent use may increase the risk of low blood pressure.

| -Vardenafil (Oral Route): Severe

Do not consume Vardenafil with Nicorandil.

| -Sildenafil (Oral Route): Severe

Do not consume Sildenafil with Nicorandil. Concomitant use may cause a severe drop in blood pressure.

| -Sildenafil (Injection Route): Severe

Do not consume Sildenafil with Nicorandil. Concomitant use may cause a severe drop in blood pressure.

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