K-Cor 5 Tablet

Description

K-Cor 5 Tablet contains Nicorandil, a medicine that belongs to a class called vasodilators. It is primarily used for the treatment and prevention of angina pectoris (chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart). Nicorandil improves oxygen supply to the heart muscle and reduces its workload by widening the blood vessels.

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Uses of K-Cor 5 Tablet

• Prevention and treatment of angina (chest pain).

• Helps improve blood and oxygen flow to the heart.

• Reduces frequency and severity of angina attacks.

• May be prescribed in patients with coronary artery disease.

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How to Use

• Take the medicine exactly as advised by your doctor.

• Usually taken once or twice daily, with or without food.

• Swallow the tablet whole with water, do not crush or chew.

• Take at the same time every day for best results.

• Do not stop suddenly without medical advice.

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Side Effects

Common side effects include:

• Headache

• Dizziness or lightheadedness

• Flushing (warmth, redness of skin)

• Nausea

• Fatigue or weakness

Serious (rare) side effects may include:

• Very low blood pressure

• Mouth ulcers

• Fast or irregular heartbeat

• Fainting

👉 If you notice severe chest pain, fainting, or allergic reaction, seek medical help immediately.

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Precautions

• Avoid alcohol, as it can increase dizziness and low blood pressure.

• Inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure, heart failure, kidney or liver problems.

• Not recommended with medicines for erectile dysfunction (like sildenafil, tadalafil) as it may cause dangerous fall in blood pressure.

• Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take only if clearly prescribed.

• Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel dizzy.