Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR
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Product introduction
Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR is used to treat and prevent heart-related chest pain (angina). Angina occurs when the heart muscle is not getting enough blood. This medicine works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart.
Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR is used to treat chest pain and also to promote healing of skin tear in the back passage
Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR is used to treat chest pain and also to promote healing of skin tear in the back passage
Uses of Nitrocontin Tablet CR
Benefits of Nitrocontin Tablet CR
In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR helps in prevention as well as treatment of angina. Angina is a chest pain that is usually caused by narrowing of the blood vessels which supply your heart. This means your heart does not get enough oxygen. Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR works quickly to relax the muscles and blood vessels in your heart so more blood (and oxygen) gets to your heart. This reduces the pain and discomfort that angina causes.
You should take this medicine at the first sign of chest pain. If the first tablet does not work, you can take a second tablet after 5 minutes. However, if your chest pain does not go away after 15 minutes, you should get urgent medical attention. This could be a sign of a heart attack. Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR also helps prevent chest pain if taken before exercising or doing other strenuous activities.
You should take this medicine at the first sign of chest pain. If the first tablet does not work, you can take a second tablet after 5 minutes. However, if your chest pain does not go away after 15 minutes, you should get urgent medical attention. This could be a sign of a heart attack. Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR also helps prevent chest pain if taken before exercising or doing other strenuous activities.
Side effects of Nitrocontin Tablet CR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Nitrocontin
- Blurred vision
- Decreased blood pressure
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Increased heart rate
- Lightheadedness
- Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
How to use Nitrocontin Tablet CR
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. Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Nitrocontin Tablet CR works
Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR is a nitrate. It works by relaxing the blood vessels and increasing the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart while reducing its work load, thereby preventing/treating attacks of angina (chest pain).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR as it may cause increased dizziness.
- It may cause headaches which usually go away after a few days of continued treatment. Inform your doctor if it persists.
- You may develop tolerance to Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR with time, meaning that the same dose may be less effective next time. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule to avoid this.
- Stop taking medications (prescribed for erectile dysfunction) like sildenafil or tadalafil while on treatment with Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR as it may cause low blood pressure.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Nitrates {Short acting}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
NO Donors
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR
Twice A Day
82%
Once A Day
17%
Thrice A Day
1%
What are you using Nitrocontin Tablet CR for?
Chest pain (A*
70%
Others
17%
Heart failure
14%
*Chest pain (Angina)
How much was the improvement?
Average
40%
Poor
35%
Excellent
25%
What were the side-effects while using Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR?
Headache
26%
Dizziness
24%
Increased hea*
18%
Orthostatic h*
15%
Flushing of f*
12%
*Increased heart rate, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Flushing of face
How do you take Nitrocontin Tablet CR?
Empty stomach
50%
With or witho*
33%
With food
17%
*With or without food
Please rate Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR on price
Expensive
45%
Average
33%
Not Expensive
21%
FAQs
Q. Can I take sildenafil if I am taking Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR?
No, you should not take sildenafil if you are taking Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR. Taking these two medicines together can cause an excessive fall in blood pressure, which may even be life-threatening.
Q. What effect does Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR have on blood pressure?
Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR decreases the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels, but is not recommended for the treatment of high blood pressure. The drop in blood pressure may cause lightheadedness, especially when changing your position suddenly.
Q. Does the effect of Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR wear off after some time?
Yes, excessive use of Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR may cause tolerance which means that Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR may lose its effectiveness on you. Therefore, usually the doctors prescribe the smallest dose required for effective relief of acute angina attack. This helps maintain the effectiveness of Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR.
Q. What does too much Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR do?
Excess Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR may result in low blood pressure, sweating, nausea, vomiting, headache, weak and fast pulse. It may also cause weakness, lightheadedness on standing and the patient might even faint. The patient will require emergency medical treatment in such a case.
Q. Can I stop using Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR as I feel better now?
Stopping Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR suddenly may bring on attacks of angina, especially if you have been using it for several weeks or more. Talk to your doctor who will advise you to reduce the dose gradually over 4 to 6 weeks before you stop using it completely.
Q. Does Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR stop heart attacks?
Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR is prescribed to prevent attacks of heart-related chest pain (angina) in patients with coronary artery disease. In this disease the blood vessels (coronary arteries) which supply blood to the heart become narrowed because of which the heart has to work harder to get enough oxygen. Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet CR prevents angina by relaxing the blood vessels so that the heart does not have to work very hard. Also, relaxation of coronary arteries increases the oxygen supply to the heart.
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