Nikoran OD 20 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.

Nikoran OD 20 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, Nikoran OD 20 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, Nikoran OD 20 Tablet helps to prevent angina by increasing oxygen and blood supply to the heart muscle by widening coronary arteries within the heart.

Take Nikoran OD 20 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Nikoran OD 20 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 Nikoran OD 20 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 Nikoran OD 20 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not take Nikoran OD 20 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and consult a doctor. Nikoran OD 20 Tablet is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if you are alert as Nikoran OD 20 Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness. Avoid alcohol consumption with Nikoran OD 20 Tablet as it may cause severely low blood pressure. Avoid taking vardenafil, sildenafil, tadalafil and riociguat with Nikoran OD 20 Tablet as it may affect blood pressure.

Nikoran OD 20 Tablet contains Nicorandil, a potassium-channel activator used to prevent or treat angina pectoris (chest pain). Nikoran OD 20 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, Nikoran OD 20 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, Nikoran OD 20 Tablet helps to prevent angina by increasing oxygen and blood supply to the heart muscle by widening coronary arteries within the heart. Nikoran OD 20 Tablet is given to adults who cannot tolerate other heart medicines such as calcium antagonists or beta-blockers. 

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

If you are allergic to Nikoran OD 20 Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Nikoran OD 20 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 Nikoran OD 20 Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and consult a doctor. Nikoran OD 20 Tablet is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if you are alert as Nikoran OD 20 Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness. Avoid alcohol consumption with Nikoran OD 20 Tablet as it may cause severely low blood pressure. Avoid taking vardenafil, sildenafil, tadalafil and riociguat with Nikoran OD 20 Tablet as it may affect blood pressure. If you notice in blood in stools while taking Nikoran OD 20 Tablet , inform your doctor immediately as it may be due to ulcers in the stomach, intestines or back passage.

• 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.