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Nicrest Tablet 30's, Pack of 1
Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
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Composition :

NICORANDIL-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Arlak Biotech Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Nicrest Tablet 30's

Nicrest Tablet 30's belongs to a class of medication called 'vasodilators' used to prevent or treat angina pectoris (heart-related chest pain) in adults who cannot take beta-blockers (blood pressure-lowering pills). Angina pectoris is a kind of chest pain due to decreased blood flow to the heart. It is a symptom of coronary artery disease.

Nicrest Tablet 30's contains Nicorandil, a potassium-channel activator that opens potassium channels present on the muscle cells within the walls of blood vessels and relaxes these muscle cells and widens blood vessels. Thereby, Nicrest Tablet 30's reduces the heart's workload by making it easier for the heart to pump blood around the body and does not require much oxygen. Also, Nicrest Tablet 30's helps to prevent angina by increasing oxygen and blood supply to the heart muscle by widening coronary arteries within the heart.

Take Nicrest Tablet 30's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Nicrest Tablet 30's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Some people may experience headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, weakness, flushing (reddening of the skin) or very fast, forceful or uneven heartbeat. Most of these side effects of Nicrest Tablet 30's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Nicrest Tablet 30's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not take Nicrest Tablet 30's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and consult a doctor. Nicrest Tablet 30's is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if you are alert as Nicrest Tablet 30's may cause dizziness or weakness. Avoid alcohol consumption with Nicrest Tablet 30's as it may cause severely low blood pressure. Avoid taking vardenafil, sildenafil, tadalafil and riociguat with Nicrest Tablet 30's as it may affect blood pressure.

Uses of Nicrest Tablet 30's

Angina pectoris (heart related chest pain)

Directions for Use

Take Nicrest Tablet 30's with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Nicrest Tablet 30's contains Nicorandil, a potassium-channel activator used to prevent or treat angina pectoris (chest pain). Nicrest Tablet 30's works by opening potassium channels present on the muscle cells within the blood vessels' walls and relaxes these muscle cells and widens blood vessels. Thereby, Nicrest Tablet 30's reduces the heart's workload by making it easier for the heart to pump blood around the body and does not require much oxygen. Also, Nicrest Tablet 30's helps to prevent angina by increasing oxygen and blood supply to the heart muscle by widening coronary arteries within the heart. Nicrest Tablet 30's is given to adults who cannot tolerate other heart medicines such as calcium antagonists or beta-blockers. 

Storage

Keep Nicrest Tablet 30's out of reach and sight of children.
Side effects of Nicrest Tablet
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery or activities that require high focus until you know how the medication affects you.
  • Maintain a fixed sleeping schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine and ensure your sleeping space is comfortable to maximize your sleep quality.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as these may worsen drowsiness and disturb sleep patterns.
  • Drink plenty of water as it helps with alertness and keeps you hydrated and for overall well-being.
  • Moderate physical activity can improve energy levels, but avoid intense workouts right before bedtime.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • Get enough sleep. Maintain a regular sleep cycle.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
  • Manage stress with yoga or meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery unless you are alert.
  • Uncoordinated muscle movements need immediate medical attention.
  • Observe your movements and try to understand and control the particular movement.
  • Regularly do strengthening exercises to improve blood flow throughout the body and avoid involuntary movements.
  • Implement massage techniques to enhance blood flow to organs.
  • Take a balanced diet and quit smoking.
  • Practice yoga and meditation to improve thought processes and reduce uncontrolled and involuntary movements.
  • Hallucination is a major psychotic disorder that needs immediate medical attention.
  • Acknowledge your experience and put effort to control hallucinations. You can share what is being seen with a therapist to know whether they are real or imaginary.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake as it can worsen the condition and increase your imagination.
  • Practice meditation and yoga to avoid anxiety, which can be one of the leading causes of hallucinations.
  • Talk to your dietician and consume food that can improve your mental health.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Nicrest Tablet 30's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid taking Nicrest Tablet 30's 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 Nicrest Tablet 30's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and consult a doctor. Nicrest Tablet 30's is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Drive only if you are alert as Nicrest Tablet 30's may cause dizziness or weakness. Avoid alcohol consumption with Nicrest Tablet 30's as it may cause severely low blood pressure. Avoid taking vardenafil, sildenafil, tadalafil and riociguat with Nicrest Tablet 30's as it may affect blood pressure. If you notice in blood in stools while taking Nicrest Tablet 30's, inform your doctor immediately as it may be due to ulcers in the stomach, intestines or back passage.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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ZolpidemSodium oxybate
Critical
ZolpidemDezocine
Severe

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ZolpidemSodium oxybate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Nicrest Tablet:
Using sodium oxybate together with Nicrest Tablet can significantly increase the risk of severity of low blood pressure, breathing difficulties, fainting and unconsciousness.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Sodium oxybate with Nicrest 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 notice any symptoms of headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate consult a doctor immediately. You should refrain from operating any dangerous machinery or driving a car. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ZolpidemDezocine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nicrest Tablet:
Using Nicrest Tablet together with Dezocine can cause central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dezocine and Nicrest Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impairment in judgment, or reaction speed, consult a doctor. You should refrain from using dangerous machinery or driving a car. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZolpidemButorphanol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nicrest Tablet:
Using Nicrest Tablet together with Butorphanol can cause central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Butorphanol and Nicrest Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, and impairment in judgment, or reaction speed, avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
ZolpidemEsketamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nicrest Tablet:
Taking Nicrest Tablet with Esketamine increases the effects of Nicrest Tablet. This can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Esketamine and Nicrest Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impairment in judgment, or reaction speed, consult a doctor. You should wait until the following day to operate any dangerous machinery or drive a car. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZolpidemPethidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nicrest Tablet:
Taking Nicrest Tablet with Pethidine may increase the risk of central nervous system depression, which can lead to breathing difficulty and unconsciousness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pethidine and Nicrest Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impairment in judgment, or reaction speed, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZolpidemFentanyl
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nicrest Tablet:
Using Nicrest Tablet together with Fentanyl can cause central nervous system depression.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Fentanyl and Nicrest Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult a doctor if you experience dizziness, sleepiness, difficulty concentrating, and impaired judgment. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZolpidemCodeine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nicrest Tablet:
Using Nicrest Tablet together with Codeine can cause central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking codeine and Nicrest Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impairment in judgment, or reaction speed, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZolpidemPentazocine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nicrest Tablet:
Using Nicrest Tablet together with Pentazocine can cause central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pentazocine and Nicrest Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impairment in judgment, or reaction speed, consult a doctor. You should refrain from using dangerous machinery or driving a car. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZolpidemPindolol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nicrest Tablet:
Taking Nicrest Tablet with Pindolol may increase the risk of low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pindolol and Nicrest Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart rate, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
ZolpidemOxycodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nicrest Tablet:
Using Nicrest Tablet together with Oxycodone can cause central nervous system depression (a physiological state that can result in a decreased rate of breathing, decreased heart rate, and loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Oxycodone and Nicrest Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, impairment in judgment, or reaction speed, consult a doctor. You should refrain from using dangerous machinery or driving a car. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • 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.

Side Effects of Nicrest Tablet 30's

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Weakness
  • Flushing (reddening of the skin)
  • Uneven heartbeat

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

VASODILATORS

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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Sunny S

Reviewed By

Sunny S

MBBS

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:37 AM IST

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FAQs

Nicrest Tablet 30's contains Nicorandil that works by relaxing and widening blood vessels. Thereby, Nicrest Tablet 30's reduces the workload of the heart by making it easier for heart to pump blood around the body and does not require much oxygen. Also, Nicrest Tablet 30's helps to prevent angina by increasing oxygen and blood supply to the heart muscle by widening coronary arteries within the heart.

Nicrest Tablet 30's may cause headache as a common side effect especially in the first few days of treatment. However, if the condition persist or worsens, please consult a doctor so that the dose may be reduced initially.

Nicrest Tablet 30's is not recommended for patients with severe hypotension (low blood pressure) as it may increase the risk of worsening the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have low blood pressure before taking Nicrest Tablet 30's.

You are not recommended to take aspirin (pain reliever) with Nicrest Tablet 30's as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of ulcers or other adverse effects. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines with Nicrest Tablet 30's.

You are recommended to avoid taking Nicrest Tablet 30's if you have hypotension (severe low blood pressure), low blood volume, pulmonary oedema (accumulation of fluid in the lungs) or any heart problems such as left ventricular failure with low filling pressure, cardiac decompensation or cardiogenic shock.

You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Nicrest Tablet 30's as it may cause Nicrest Tablet 30's overdose resulting in symptoms such as weakness, dizziness (signs of low blood pressure), fast or irregular heartbeat. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Nicrest Tablet 30's, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • VARDENAFIL
  • SILDENAFIL
  • TADALAFIL
  • RIOCIGAUT
  • DAPOXETINE
  • ASPIRIN
  • PREDNISOLONE
  • LISINOPRIL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • LOSARTAN
  • VALSARTAN
  • CANDESARTAN

Special Advise

  • Avoid consumption of alcohol with name as it may cause severe low blood pressure.
  • Regular exercise is recommended along with Nicrest Tablet 30's for effective results.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Angina pectoris: It is a kind of chest pain caused due to decreased blood flow to the heart, which means insufficient oxygen supply to the heart muscle. The chest pain is often triggered by emotional stress or physical activity. Angina is a symptom of coronary artery disease. The symptoms of angina include dizziness, shortness of breath, nausea, tiredness, anxiety or excessive sweating. The risk factors for angina include smoking, diabetes, overweight, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, not exercising, or a history of heart disease. 

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