• Alcoran 5mg Tablet is a medicine used to prevent and treat heart-related chest pain (angina)
• It is usually prescribed when other heart medicines are either not suitable or have not worked
• It reduces the risk of an angina attack by widening blood vessels and improving blood flow to the heart
• Alcoran 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food
• It should be swallowed whole with water
• Take Alcoran 5mg Tablet regularly and at about the same time(s) each day
• Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take it
• This may change from time to time depending on how well it is working
• Do not stop taking it without talking to our doctor as sudden withdrawal may cause your chest pain to come back
• You can improve the health of your heart by making some lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, cutting down on alcohol, eating well, exercising regularly, and managing stress.
• The most common side effect of this medicine is headache, especially during the first few days of treatment
• This usually improves within a week
• However, drinking plenty of fluids and avoiding alcohol may help
• Other common side effects include dizziness or weakness, nausea, and flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk)
• Talk to your doctor if these bother you or do not go away.Alcoran 5mg Tablet may not be suitable for some people
• Inform your doctor if you have a history of low blood pressure or heart failure
• Also let your doctor know about all other medications that you are using as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine
• You should not take any medicines for erectile dysfunction with this medicine
• Alcoran 5mg Tablet is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Alcoran 5mg Tablet

• In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain) Alcoran 5mg Tablet helps in prevention as well as treatment of angina
• Angina is a chest pain that is usually caused by the narrowing of the blood vessels which supply your heart
• This means your heart does not get enough oxygen
• Alcoran 5mg Tablet relaxes and widens the blood vessels so more blood (and oxygen) gets to your heart
• This reduces the pain and discomfort that angina causes thereby improving your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily
• This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective so keep taking it even if you are not having any angina symptoms.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Alcoran 5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Frequestly asked Questions

What class of drug is Alcoran 5mg Tablet and what is it used for?

Alcoran 5mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as “potassium channel openers”. It causes widening of the arteries. This decreases the workload of the heart to pump the blood. It also improves the blood and oxygen supply to your heart muscle. It is prescribed to patients with stable angina (heart-related chest pain) who cannot take other medicines (beta-blockers, calcium channel antagonist) meant for angina.

Can I stop taking Alcoran 5mg Tablet?

No, you should not stop taking Alcoran 5mg Tablet without speaking to your doctor first. If you stop Alcoran 5mg Tablet suddenly, your anginal pain may recur. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing any side effects.

How long does it take Alcoran 5mg Tablet to start working?

Alcoran 5mg Tablet starts working after about an hour of taking the medicine, but full benefits may be seen only after 4 to 5 days.

For how long do I need to continue Alcoran 5mg Tablet?

Continue taking your medicine for as long as your doctor tells you. Alcoran 5mg Tablet is generally prescribed for a long term. You may even need to take it for the rest of your life.

What if somebody accidentally takes excess of Alcoran 5mg Tablet?

He or she should be taken to the hospital immediately. The person may experience signs of low blood pressure, which include feeling weak or dizzy. He or she may also experience irregular or fast heart beat.

Can I take Alcoran 5mg Tablet if I am taking aspirin?

You should avoid taking Alcoran 5mg Tablet and aspirin together. Taking the two medicines together increases the risk of ulcer or bleeding in the mouth, stomach or intestine. Immediately consult your doctor, If you notice blood in your stool or vomit while using Alcoran 5mg Tablet.

Who should not use Alcoran 5mg Tablet?

People who are allergic to Alcoran 5mg Tablet or any of its ingredients should avoid using this medicine. Also, patients who have heart problems such as cardiogenic shock or left ventricular failure with low filling pressure or cardiac decompensation or have a build-up of fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema) should not use Alcoran 5mg Tablet. Additionally, patients taking medicines to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil, tadalafil, and vardenafil) or medicines to treat pulmonary hypertension (e.g., riociguat) should not use the medication. Your blood pressure may be affected if these medicines are taken with Alcoran 5mg Tablet or if you have low blood volume.

Can Alcoran 5mg Tablet affect my sex life?

No, Alcoran 5mg Tablet does not affect your sex life. However, it is not recommended to take medicines used to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil or tadalafil) or premature ejaculation (e.g., vardenafil or dapoxetine) while taking Alcoran 5mg Tablet. Taking them together can lead to a serious drop in your blood pressure.

Common and Known Side effects of Alcoran 5mg Tablet

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Weakness
• Dizziness
• Flushing (sense of warmth in the face
• ears
• neck and trunk)