Nitrocin 0.4 mg Spray 5 ml comes into the category of medications known as 'anti-anginal medication', that is vasodilator in nature, Nitroglycerin (organic nitrate). Nitrocin 0.4 mg Spray 5 ml is primarily indicated in preventing attacks of angina (chest pain) and treatment of angina due to coronary artery disease. Angina occurs when the heart does not get a sufficient amount of oxygen. When the heart does not get enough amount of oxygenated blood, then it is unable to function properly. If proper treatment is not provided at to right time, it can even cause heart attack, heart failure, or arrhythmias (irregular heart rhythms).
Nitrocin 0.4 mg Spray 5 ml contains Glyceryl Trinitrate, is a vasodilator in nature, works by relaxing the blood vessels and decreasing the demand for oxygen the heart requires. As a result, it reduces heart workload and prevents attacks of angina. The dose of Nitrocin 0.4 mg Spray 5 ml may be required to increase after a certain time as Nitrocin 0.4 mg Spray 5 ml develops tolerance after some time. Your doctor might increase your dose depending upon your condition, and please stick to the dosage schedule.
Nitrocin 0.4 mg Spray 5 ml is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You may experience common side effects like dry mouth, blurred vision, insomnia, headache, vertigo/dizziness, weakness, heart palpitations, low blood pressure upon rising from a seated position, nausea and vomiting, sweating, paleness, fainting, and flushing (warm or red condition of your skin). Most of these side effects of Nitrocin 0.4 mg Spray 5 ml are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Consume only if the doctor prescribes you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. You should not take Nitrocin 0.4 mg Spray 5 ml if you are allergic to nitrates or any of its ingredients or are taking medication for hypertension, glaucoma, heart disease, erectile dysfunction, anaemia. Check with your doctor if you're pregnant, currently breastfeeding or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Also, do not stop Nitrocin 0.4 mg Spray 5 ml abruptly as it may lead to severe side-effects. Avoid alcohol consumption as it might lead to very low blood pressure.