Niconova I.V. 48 Injection

Niconova I.V. 48 Injection is used in the treatment of angina pectoris (heart-related chest pain). The detailed use of Niconova I.V. 48 Injection is as follows:

• Treatment of Angina Pectoris: Niconova I.V. 48 Injection manages angina effectively by reducing chest pain frequency and severity, enhancing exercise capacity, and improving quality of life through potassium channel-mediated vasodilation.

• Niconova I.V. 48 Injection contains Nicorandil, a potassium-channel activator used to prevent or treat angina pectoris (chest pain).
• Niconova I.V. 48 Injection helps reduce the heart's workload by making it easier for the heart to pump blood around the body and does not require much oxygen.
• Also, Niconova I.V. 48 Injection helps to prevent angina by increasing oxygen and blood supply to the heart muscle by widening coronary arteries within the heart.
• Niconova I.V. 48 Injection is given to adults who cannot tolerate other heart medicines such as calcium antagonists or beta-blockers. 

• Niconova I.V. 48 Injection is given only in clinical settings by healthcare professionals, usually through slow intravenous injection.
• The dose and duration are decided by the doctor, based on the patient's condition and response to treatment.
• Do not self-administer this injection, as incorrect use can lead to serious side effects.
• Patients are carefully monitored during and after administration to ensure safety and manage any side effects promptly.

• 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.

• Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Niconova I.V. 48 Injection or any other components present in it.
• Avoid receiving Niconova I.V. 48 Injection 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 Niconova I.V. 48 Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and consult a doctor.
• Niconova I.V. 48 Injection is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.
• Avoid alcohol consumption with Niconova I.V. 48 Injection as it may cause severely low blood pressure.
• Avoid taking vardenafil, sildenafil, tadalafil and riociguat with Niconova I.V. 48 Injection as it may affect blood pressure.
• If you notice in blood in stools while administration with Niconova I.V. 48 Injection, inform your doctor immediately, as it may be due to ulcers in the stomach, intestines or back passage.