Nikosol Tablet is a medicine used to prevent and treat heart-related chest pain (angina). It is usually prescribed when other heart medicines are either not suitable or have not worked. It reduces the risk of an angina attack by widening blood vessels and improving blood flow to the heart. Nikosol Tablet may be taken with or without food. It should be swallowed whole with water. Take this medicine regularly and at about the same time(s) each day. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take it. This may change from time to time depending on how well it is working. Do not stop taking it without talking to our doctor as sudden withdrawal may cause your chest pain to come back. You can improve the health of your heart by making some lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, cutting down on alcohol, eating well, exercising regularly, and managing stress. The most common side effect of this medicine is headache, especially during the first few days of treatment. This usually improves within a week. However, drinking plenty of fluids and avoiding alcohol may help. Other common side effects include dizziness or weakness, nausea, and flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk). Talk to your doctor if these bother you or do not go away. Nikosol Tablet may not be suitable for some people. Inform your doctor if you have a history of low blood pressure or heart failure. Also let your doctor know about all other medications that you are using as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. You should not take any medicines for erectile dysfunction with this medicine. Nikosol Tablet is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Weakness
• Dizziness
• Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)

If you miss a dose of Nikosol 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.

Chemical Class::Nicotinamides Derivatives|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::CARDIAC|Action Class::Potassium channel opener

• Q. Q. What class of drug is Nikosol Tablet and what is it used for??
  Ans: Nikosol Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as “potassium channel openers”. It helps in the removal of potassium from the walls of arteries resulting in the 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.
• Q. Q. Can I stop taking Nikosol Tablet??
  Ans: No, you should not stop taking Nikosol Tablet without speaking to your doctor first. If you stop Nikosol Tablet suddenly, your anginal pain may recur. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing any side effects.
• Q. Q. How long does it take Nikosol Tablet to start working??
  Ans: Nikosol Tablet starts working after about an hour of taking the medicine, but full benefits may be seen only after 4 to 5 days.
• Q. Q. For how long do I need to continue Nikosol Tablet??
  Ans: Continue taking your medicine for as long as your doctor tells you. Nikosol Tablet is generally prescribed for a long term. You may even need to take it for the rest of your life.
• Q. Q. What if somebody accidentally takes excess of Nikosol Tablet??
  Ans: 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.
• Q. Q. Can I take Nikosol Tablet if I am taking aspirin??
  Ans: You should avoid taking Nikosol 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 Nikosol Tablet.
• Q. Q. Who should not use Nikosol Tablet??
  Ans: People who are allergic to Nikosol 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 Nikosol 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 Nikosol Tablet or if you have low blood volume.
• Q. Q. Can Nikosol Tablet affect my sex life??
  Ans: No, Nikosol 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 Nikosol Tablet. Taking them together can lead to a serious drop in your blood pressure.

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