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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:38 PM IST
El-Nico 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-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About El-Nico Tablet

El-Nico Tablet belongs to a class of medication called 'vasodilators' used to prevent or 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.

El-Nico 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, El-Nico 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, El-Nico Tablet helps to prevent angina by increasing oxygen and blood supply to the heart muscle by widening coronary arteries within the heart.

Take El-Nico Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take El-Nico Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. 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 El-Nico Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to El-Nico Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not take El-Nico Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and consult a doctor. El-Nico Tablet is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if you are alert as El-Nico Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness. Avoid alcohol consumption with El-Nico Tablet as it may cause severely low blood pressure. Avoid taking vardenafil, sildenafil, tadalafil and riociguat with El-Nico Tablet as it may affect blood pressure.

Uses of El-Nico Tablet

Treatment of Angina pectoris (heart related chest pain)

Medicinal Benefits

El-Nico Tablet contains Nicorandil, a potassium-channel activator used to prevent or treat angina pectoris (chest pain). El-Nico Tablet works by opening potassium channels present on the muscle cells within the blood vessels' walls and relaxes these muscle cells and widens blood vessels. Thereby, El-Nico 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, El-Nico Tablet helps to prevent angina by increasing oxygen and blood supply to the heart muscle by widening coronary arteries within the heart. El-Nico Tablet is given to adults who cannot tolerate other heart medicines such as calcium antagonists or beta-blockers. 

Side Effects of El-Nico Tablet

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Weakness
  • Flushing (reddening of the skin)
  • Uneven heartbeat

Directions for Use

Take El-Nico Tablet with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to El-Nico Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking El-Nico 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 El-Nico Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and consult a doctor. El-Nico Tablet is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if you are alert as El-Nico Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness. Avoid alcohol consumption with El-Nico Tablet as it may cause severely low blood pressure. Avoid taking vardenafil, sildenafil, tadalafil and riociguat with El-Nico Tablet as it may affect blood pressure. If you notice in blood in stools while taking El-Nico Tablet , inform your doctor immediately as it may be due to ulcers in the stomach, intestines or back passage.

Therapeutic Class

VASODILATORS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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

What if I have taken an overdose of El-Nico Tablet

Take El-Nico 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.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

“Elder House” Plot No. C-9, Dalia Industrial Estate, Off Veera Desai Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400053.
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