Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR
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Product introduction
Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR is used to treat and prevent heart-related chest pain (angina). Angina occurs when the heart muscle is not getting enough blood. This medicine works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart.
Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time each day. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. You can develop tolerance to this medicine over time, which means that the same dose becomes less effective. You have to stick to a really specific dosing schedule to prevent this from happening.
The most common side effect of this medicine is a headache which may be severe. This can sometimes be helped by drinking plenty of fluids and avoiding alcohol. You may also experience lightheadedness, which could increase your risk of having a fall. There are other, rarer side effects, some of them serious. Ask your doctor and read the leaflet which comes with the medicine to make sure you are keeping safe.
Do not use this medicine if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure in your lungs (pulmonary hypertension), erectile dysfunction or if you have anemia or glaucoma (increased pressure inside the eye). Always tell your doctor what other health conditions you have and what other medicines you are taking. It is best not to drink alcohol with this medicine as it increases some of the side effects. If you are affected by dizziness, avoid driving. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, ask your doctor before taking this medicine.
Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time each day. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. You can develop tolerance to this medicine over time, which means that the same dose becomes less effective. You have to stick to a really specific dosing schedule to prevent this from happening.
The most common side effect of this medicine is a headache which may be severe. This can sometimes be helped by drinking plenty of fluids and avoiding alcohol. You may also experience lightheadedness, which could increase your risk of having a fall. There are other, rarer side effects, some of them serious. Ask your doctor and read the leaflet which comes with the medicine to make sure you are keeping safe.
Do not use this medicine if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure in your lungs (pulmonary hypertension), erectile dysfunction or if you have anemia or glaucoma (increased pressure inside the eye). Always tell your doctor what other health conditions you have and what other medicines you are taking. It is best not to drink alcohol with this medicine as it increases some of the side effects. If you are affected by dizziness, avoid driving. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, ask your doctor before taking this medicine.
Side effects of Nitro Tablet SR
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 Nitro
- Blurred vision
- Decreased blood pressure
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Increased heart rate
- Lightheadedness
- Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
How to use Nitro Tablet SR
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. Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Nitro Tablet SR works
Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR is a nitrate. It works by relaxing the blood vessels and increasing the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart while reducing its work load, thereby preventing/treating attacks of angina (chest pain).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Nitro Tablet SR?
If you miss a dose of Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR, 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.\n
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Quick tips
- Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR as it may cause increased dizziness.
- It may cause headaches which usually go away after a few days of continued treatment. Inform your doctor if it persists.
- You may develop tolerance to Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR with time, meaning that the same dose may be less effective next time. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule to avoid this.
- Stop taking medications (prescribed for erectile dysfunction) like sildenafil or tadalafil while on treatment with Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR as it may cause low blood pressure.
- You have been prescribed Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR for the prevention and treatment of heart-related chest pain (angina).
- Eat healthy (low-fat, high-fiber, low-sodium diet), quit smoking, increase your physical activity, watch your weight and reduce stress.
- Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR as it may cause increased dizziness.
- It may cause headaches which usually go away after a few days of continued treatment. Inform your doctor if it persists.
- You may develop tolerance to Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR with time, meaning that the same dose may be less effective next time. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule to avoid this.
- Stop taking medications (prescribed for erectile dysfunction) like sildenafil or tadalafil while on treatment with Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR as it may cause low blood pressure.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Nitrates {Short acting}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Nitric Oxide (NO) Donors
Interaction with drugs
Taking Nitro with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concomitant use may cause a severe drop in blood pressure that may lead to a heart attack.
Do not consume Sildenafil with Nitroglycerin. If Sildenafil is essential, ensure a gap o
Concomitant use may cause a severe drop in blood pressure that may lead to a heart attack.
Do not consume Sildenafil with Nitroglycerin. If Sildenafil is essential, ensure a gap o
Concomitant use may cause a severe drop in blood pressure that may lead to a heart attack.
Do not consume Sildenafil with Nitroglycerin. If Sildenafil is essential, ensure a gap o
Concomitant use may cause a severe drop in blood pressure that may lead to a heart attack.
Do not consume Tadalafil with Nitroglycerin. If Tadalafil is essential, ensure a gap of
Concomitant use may cause a severe drop in blood pressure that may lead to a heart attack.
Do not consume Sildenafil with Nitroglycerin. If Sildenafil is essential, ensure a gap o
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can I take sildenafil if I am taking Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR?
No, you should not take sildenafil if you are taking Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR. Taking these two medicines together can cause an excessive fall in blood pressure, which may even be life-threatening.
What effect does Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR have on blood pressure?
Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR decreases the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels, but is not recommended for the treatment of high blood pressure. The drop in blood pressure may cause lightheadedness, especially when changing your position suddenly.
Does the effect of Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR wear off after some time?
Yes, excessive use of Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR may cause tolerance which means that Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR may lose its effectiveness on you. Therefore, usually the doctors prescribe the smallest dose required for effective relief of acute angina attack. This helps maintain the effectiveness of Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR.
What does too much Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR do?
Excess Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR may result in low blood pressure, sweating, nausea, vomiting, headache, weak and fast pulse. It may also cause weakness, lightheadedness on standing and the patient might even faint. The patient will require emergency medical treatment in such a case.
Can I stop using Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR as I feel better now?
Stopping Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR suddenly may bring on attacks of angina, especially if you have been using it for several weeks or more. Talk to your doctor who will advise you to reduce the dose gradually over 4 to 6 weeks before you stop using it completely.
Does Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR stop heart attacks?
Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR is prescribed to prevent attacks of heart-related chest pain (angina) in patients with coronary artery disease. In this disease the blood vessels (coronary arteries) which supply blood to the heart become narrowed because of which the heart has to work harder to get enough oxygen. Nitro 2.6mg Tablet SR prevents angina by relaxing the blood vessels so that the heart does not have to work very hard. Also, relaxation of coronary arteries increases the oxygen supply to the heart.
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