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About Allgtn 2.6 Tablet

Allgtn 2.6 Tablet belongs to the class of medicines called 'anti-anginal medication. Allgtn 2.6 Tablet 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).

Allgtn 2.6 Tablet contains Glyceryl Trinitrate, a vasodilator in nature, which 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 Allgtn 2.6 Tablet may be required to increase after a certain time as it may develop tolerance after some time. Your doctor might increase the dose depending on your condition, and please stick to the dosage schedule.

Allgtn 2.6 Tablet can be taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. This medicine may cause certain common side effects like dry mouth, blurred vision, insomnia, headache, dizziness, weakness, heart palpitations, low blood pressure upon rising from a seated position, nausea and vomiting, sweating, and flushing (warm or red condition of your skin). Most of these side effects are temporary and do not require medical attention. However, if the side effects persist, reach out to your doctor.

Allgtn 2.6 Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Take this medicine only if the doctor prescribes it. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to other people. Allgtn 2.6 Tablet is not recommended if you are taking medication for glaucoma, heart disease, erectile dysfunction, or anaemia. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not stop taking Allgtn 2.6 Tablet abruptly, as it may lead to severe side effects. Avoid alcohol consumption as it might lead to very low blood pressure.

Uses of Allgtn 2.6 Tablet

Angina (heart-related chest pain).

Directions for Use

Take this medicine as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food, along with adequate water. Do not chew or break or crush the tablet.

Medicinal Benefits

Allgtn 2.6 Tablet contains Glyceryl Trinitrate, a vasodilator in nature. It 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 Allgtn 2.6 Tablet may be required to increase after a certain time as Allgtn 2.6 Tablet develops tolerance after some time. Your doctor might increase your dose depending on your condition, and please stick to the dosage schedule.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Allgtn 2.6 Tablet

  • Dry mouth
  • Blurred vision 
  • Insomnia
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Weakness
  • Heart palpitations
  • Low blood pressure upon rising from a seated position
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Sweating
  • Flushing

Drug Warnings

Do not take Allgtn 2.6 Tablet if you are allergic to nitrates or its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you are taking other OTC medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products. If you have kidney disease, drink or have ever consumed large amounts of alcohol, have anaemia or have a heart attack, Allgtn 2.6 Tablet should be taken with caution and only if prescribed by a doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Allgtn 2.6 Tablet . Allgtn 2.6 Tablet may cause dizziness, light-headedness, and fainting when you get up too quickly from a lying position; hence take care and rise slowly from a sitting or lying position.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Glyceryl trinitrateAvanafil
Critical
Glyceryl trinitrateMethylergometrine
Critical

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Glyceryl trinitrateAvanafil
Critical
How does the drug interact with Allgtn 2.6 Tablet:
Taking Avanafil and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet together can increase the risk or severity of low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Avanafil and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet is generally avoided as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, heart palpitations, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity), consult your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
Glyceryl trinitrateMethylergometrine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Allgtn 2.6 Tablet:
Coadministration of Methylergometrine with Allgtn 2.6 Tablet can increase the levels and side effects of Methylergometrine.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Methylergometrine with Allgtn 2.6 Tablet is generally avoided as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, headache, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
Glyceryl trinitrateVardenafil
Critical
How does the drug interact with Allgtn 2.6 Tablet:
Taking Vardenafil and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet together can increase the risk or severity of low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Vardenafil and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet is generally avoided as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms like dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, headache, flushing, heart palpitations, and priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity), consult your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
Glyceryl trinitratePrilocaine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Allgtn 2.6 Tablet:
Coadministration of Prilocaine and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet has the potential to induce methemoglobinemia (a rare condition where red blood cells are unable to carry oxygen effectively to the tissues).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking prilocaine and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as gray discoloration of the skin, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion, consult your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
Glyceryl trinitrateEtidocaine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Allgtn 2.6 Tablet:
Coadministration of Etidocaine and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet can increase the risk of developing methemoglobinemia (a rare condition where red blood cells are unable to carry oxygen effectively to the tissues).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Etidocaine and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as grey discoloration of the skin, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
Glyceryl trinitrateSodium nitrite
Severe
How does the drug interact with Allgtn 2.6 Tablet:
Coadministration of Sodium nitrite and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet has the potential to induce methemoglobinemia (a rare condition where red blood cells are unable to carry oxygen effectively to the tissues).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Sodium nitrite and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as grey discolouration of the skin, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
Glyceryl trinitrateChloroprocaine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Allgtn 2.6 Tablet:
Coadministration of Chloroprocaine and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet can increase the risk of developing methemoglobinemia (a rare condition where red blood cells are unable to carry oxygen effectively to the tissues).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Chloroprocaine and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as grey discoloration of the skin, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
Glyceryl trinitrateRopivacaine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Allgtn 2.6 Tablet:
Coadministration of Ropivacaine and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet has the potential to induce methemoglobinemia (a rare condition where red blood cells are unable to carry oxygen effectively to the tissues).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ropivacaine and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as gray discoloration of the skin, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion, consult your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
Glyceryl trinitrateProcaine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Allgtn 2.6 Tablet:
Coadministration of Procaine and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet has the potential to induce methemoglobinemia (a rare condition where red blood cells are unable to carry oxygen effectively to the tissues).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking procaine and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as gray discoloration of the skin, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion, consult your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
Glyceryl trinitrateMepivacaine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Allgtn 2.6 Tablet:
Coadministration of Mepivacaine and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet has the potential to induce methemoglobinemia (a rare condition where red blood cells are unable to carry oxygen effectively to the tissues).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Mepivacaine and Allgtn 2.6 Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as grey discolouration of the skin, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid consuming alcoholic beverages while using Allgtn 2.6 Tablet as it can make you dehydrated and may affect your sleep.
  • Quit smoking as smoking increases the heart rate and the heart’s workload.
  • Try to include heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
  • Eat a healthy balanced diet, including plenty of fluids, vegetables, proteins, and fat-free or low-fat dairy products. It will also help reduce weight and lower the risk of a heart attack. 
  • Regular exercise keeps the heart and blood vessels in good condition, so the chances are reduced having an attack. Also, use the Allgtn 2.6 Tablet before the exercise.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIANGINALS

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FAQs

Allgtn 2.6 Tablet contains Glyceryl Trinitrate, is a vasodilator in nature. It 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.

A person taking phosphodiesterase type 5 (PDE-5) inhibitors, such as avanafil, sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil, should not take Allgtn 2.6 Tablet as it may cause serious side effects in the body.

Allgtn 2.6 Tablet should not be taken before doing any physical workout to prevent angina pain. take this medicine in the dosage regimen as prescribed by your doctor.

It is suggested to take Allgtn 2.6 Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.

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Special Advise

  • Certain diagnostic tests like a Stress test, Echocardiogram, Nuclear stress test, Chest X-ray, Blood tests, and Coronary angiography help in checking angina.
  • Regular checkups with the doctor as you may develop tolerance to Allgtn 2.6 Tablet , and the same dose may be less effective next time. Your doctor might increase your dose depending on your condition, and please stick to the dosage schedule.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Angina: It is a pain in the chest and discomfort that keeps coming back as the heart does not get sufficient blood. In some cases, the pain and discomfort are also felt in the shoulders, neck, jaw, or back. Angina is a symptom of coronary artery disease. Symptoms include squeezing, pressure, a feeling of heaviness, tightness, and pain in the chest. Treatment includes lifestyle changes based on severity, angioplasty, surgery, or medications.

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