apollo
0
Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , Pharm-D (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Non returnable*
COD available

Online payment accepted

rxMedicinePrescription drug

Whats That

tooltip

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Zeal Biotech Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet

Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet belongs to the class of medicines called 'anti-anginal medication. Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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).

Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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.

Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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.

Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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. Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet abruptly, as it may lead to severe side effects. Avoid alcohol consumption as it might lead to very low blood pressure.

Uses of Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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

Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet may be required to increase after a certain time as Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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, Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet should be taken with caution and only if prescribed by a doctor. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet . Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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

verifiedApollotooltip
Glyceryl trinitrateAvanafil
Critical
Glyceryl trinitrateMethylergometrine
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

Login/Sign Up

Glyceryl trinitrateAvanafil
Critical
How does the drug interact with Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet:
Taking Avanafil and Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet together can increase the risk or severity of low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Avanafil and Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet:
Coadministration of Methylergometrine with Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet can increase the levels and side effects of Methylergometrine.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Methylergometrine with Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet:
Taking Vardenafil and Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet together can increase the risk or severity of low blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Vardenafil and Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet:
Coadministration of Prilocaine and Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet:
Coadministration of Etidocaine and Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet:
Coadministration of Sodium nitrite and Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet:
Coadministration of Chloroprocaine and Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet:
Coadministration of Ropivacaine and Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet:
Coadministration of Procaine and Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet:
Coadministration of Mepivacaine and Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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

verifiedApollotooltip
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

Login/Sign Up

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid consuming alcoholic beverages while using Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet before the exercise.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIANGINALS

Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Gtn Sorbitrate CR 6.4 Tablet 30's

    by Others

    12.23per tablet
  • Myonit SR 6.4 Tablet 30's

    by Others

    11.61per tablet
  • Anglit 6.4 mg Tablet 30's

    by Others

    6.45per tablet
  • Angibest-6.4 Tablet 30's

    by Others

    6.77per tablet
  • Anzy-6.4 Tablet 10's

    by Others

    11.50per tablet

Drug-Diseases Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

Login/Sign Up

FAQs

Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR Tablet as it may cause serious side effects in the body.

Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • TADALAFIL
  • WARFARIN
  • ERGOTAMINE
  • BUPROPION
  • IBUPROFEN
  • AMITRIPTYLINE
  • NAPROXEN
  • DOXEPIN

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 Nitrozil 6.4mg CR 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.

whatsapp Floating Button