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Nicorandil : Interaction with Foods, Herbs & Alcohol


Are you taking Nicorandil? Are you aware of the dangers of combining Nicorandil with certain foods, herbs, or alcohol? Drug-food-interactions are seldom discussed but can lead to undesirable side effects and potentially diminish the efficacy of the medication.

Nicorandil Interactions with Food and Herbs

Tobacco: Tobacco has the ability to reduce and may delay the absorption of the nicorandil as noted in an animal study; though it has not yet been proved in humans, Smoking is not recommended with nicorandil.

Nicorandil Interactions with Alcohol

Drinking alcohol with nicorandil can make you faint or feel more dizzy and lightheaded due to a decrease in blood pressure. Therefore avoid taking alcohol with nicorandil.

When and How to Take Nicorandil

Nicorandil is available as a tablet which can be taken with food. Read the patient information leaflet completely before taking medicine. Follow the given instructions exactly as directed.

Drug Name : Nicorandil

Nicorandil is a vasodilator, prescribed for angina pectoris (chest pain).
We recommend consulting your doctor to verify the information presented on this page or if you need any further clarifications.


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