Nicovas 500mg Tablet
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Nicovas 500mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat peripheral vascular disease (which refer to disorders of the blood vessels outside the heart like brain, gut, kidneys, or limbs). It helps to dilate your blood vessels and improves the blood flow.
Nicovas 500mg Tablet is taken after meals in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are dryness in mouth, excessive thirst, reduced bronchial secretions, increased heart rate, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), and constipation. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. Lifestyle modifications like reducing smoking, increasing exercise and a healthy diet will help you to get better results.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have liver and kidney problems.
Uses of Nicovas Tablet
Benefits of Nicovas Tablet
In Peripheral vascular disease
Peripheral vascular disease refers to the condition of disturbed blood circulation in blood vessels. Nicovas 500mg Tablet helps the blood flow freely around your body thereby preventing a heart attack or stroke (or deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism). Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
Side effects of Nicovas Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Nicovas
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Photophobia
- Dilatation of pupil
- Palpitations
- Dryness in mouth
- Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
- Constipation
- Increased heart rate
- Dry skin
- Difficulty in urination
- Excessive thirst
- Reduce bronchial secretion
- Loss of accommodation
How to use Nicovas Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nicovas 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Nicovas Tablet works
Nicovas 500mg Tablet is a derivative of niacin. It works as a vasodilator (widens blood vessels). It improves blood movement to every part of your body. This is how it treats your peripheral vascular disease.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Nicovas 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Nicovas 500mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Nicovas 500mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Nicovas 500mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Nicovas 500mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Nicovas 500mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Nicovas Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Nicovas 500mg Tablet, contact your doctor as soon as possible. They will advise you on how to proceed, which may include rescheduling the missed dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Nicovas 500mg Tablet is prescribed to treat problems resulting from poor blood circulation.
- It is advisable to take this medicine with meals, milk, or antacids to avoid stomach upset.
- Keep sipping water to reduce excessive thirst or have sugar-free gum in order to relieve dryness in the mouth.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Xanthine derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Anticholinergics
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Nicovas 500mg Tablet used for?
Nicovas 500mg Tablet is used to treat peripheral vascular disease (which refers to disorders of the blood vessels outside the heart, like the brain, gut, kidneys, or limbs). It helps to dilate your blood vessels and improve the blood flow.
Who should avoid Nicovas 500mg Tablet?
Individuals should avoid using Nicovas 500mg Tablet if they are allergic to the medicine, have severe heart conditions, arterial bleeding, or are pregnant, unless advised by their doctor.
Can Nicovas 500mg Tablet cause serious side effects?
Although they are rare, serious side effects of Nicovas 500mg Tablet may include irregular heartbeat, allergic reactions, severe dizziness, or fainting. Seek immediate medical attention if these occur.
How long does Nicovas 500mg Tablet take to show effects?
The exact time Nicovas 500mg Tablet takes to show its effect is not known. However, it starts to improve blood flow soon after administration. Treatment duration varies based on the condition being treated.
What precautions should I take during treatment?
During Nicovas 500mg Tablet treatment, you should avoid alcohol, monitor blood pressure regularly, and inform your doctor of any health changes, side effects, or concerns.
Can Nicovas 500mg Tablet help with migraines?
Yes, Nicovas 500mg Tablet may improve blood flow to the brain and alleviate migraine symptoms in some patients.
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- Davis E, Rozov H. Xanthinol nicotinate in peripheral vascular disease. Practitioner. 1975;215(1290):793-8. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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