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Nicostar 10 mg Tablet
Nicorandil (10mg)
₹583In stock
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Nicostar 10 mg Tablet is used for treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain).
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Key details
Salt: Nicorandil (10mg)
Available variants: tablet 10 mg 30`S
Price: ₹583 (₹19.42 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: LUPIN LAB
Ordering notes
Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Nicostar 10 mg Tablet in Bangladesh
4 brands registered in Bangladesh with the same salt, strength and form.
- CorangiUnimed Unihealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- NicorOrion Pharma Ltd.
- NicoralGeneral Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Nictoris 10Opsonin Pharma Limited
Brand names differ between countries. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor in Bangladesh before switching. We don't sell or ship these brands. Source: Directorate General of Drug Administration, Bangladesh.
Composition of Nicostar 10 mg Tablet
Nicostar 10 mg Tablet contains Nicorandil (10mg). It belongs to the Cardiovascular agent class of medicines.
Uses of Nicostar 10 mg Tablet
Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Benefits of Nicostar 10 mg Tablet
- In Heart conditions
- Nicostar supports the heart's rhythm, blood supply or pumping strength, depending on the condition it was prescribed for. Taken regularly, it reduces symptoms and lowers the chance of a hospital admission.
- In Angina
- Nicostar improves the blood supply to the heart muscle or reduces its workload, so chest pain comes on less often and you can do more before it starts.
- In Irregular heartbeat
- Nicostar helps the heart keep a regular rhythm, easing palpitations and the breathlessness or light-headedness that an uneven heartbeat causes.
How Nicostar 10 mg Tablet works
Nicostar 10 Tablet is a vasodilator. It works by reducing the workload of the heart. As a result, heart muscle does not need as much blood and oxygen supply. This reduces the frequency and severity of angina attacks.
How to take Nicostar 10 mg 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. NICostar 10 Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of NICostar 10 Tablet, 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.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can seriously disturb the heart's rhythm and blood pressure. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Nicostar 10 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Nicostar are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Headache Nausea Vomiting Weakness Dizziness Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Nicostar 10 mg Tablet
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Ask your doctor before drinking alcohol while on this medicine.
- PregnancyUNSAFE
- Nicostar 10 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.<br>Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- No information is available on the use of Nicostar 10 Tablet during lactation. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Nicostar 10 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nicostar 10 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Nicostar 10 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nicostar 10 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Warnings and precautions
Do not stop or change the dose of a heart medicine on your own. Report fainting, a very slow or very fast pulse, or new breathlessness. Keep every follow-up appointment — most of these medicines need periodic blood tests or an ECG.
Do not take Nicostar if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will check that this is suitable for your particular heart condition.
Interactions with other medicines
Heart medicines interact widely. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about everything you take, including herbal products.
How to store Nicostar 10 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Quick tips for Nicostar 10 mg Tablet
- You must continue to take it as advised, usually for a long time.
- NICostar 10 Tablet may cause headaches.
- Drink plenty of water and take a suitable painkiller.
- Inform your doctor if it does not go away.
- NICostar 10 Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness.
- Do not drive or do anything which requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking NICostar 10 Tablet as that may cause increased dizziness.
- Do not take medications like sildenafil or tadalafil (prescribed for erectile dysfunction) while on treatment with NICostar 10 Tablet as it may cause low blood pressure.
Related lab tests
People taking Nicostar are often asked to check these from time to time. Your doctor decides which and how often.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- LUPIN LAB
- Therapeutic class:
- CARDIAC
- Drug class:
- Cardiovascular agent
- Chemical class:
- Nicotinamides
Substitutes for Nicostar 10 mg Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Nicorandil (10mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Nicostar 10 mg Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Korandil-10 mg TabletSUN PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹335 | 42% cheaper |
| Nicoduce OD 10 mg TabletAbbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹395 | 32% cheaper |
| K-Cor-10Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | 20`S | ₹616 | 6% more |
| Nikos 10 mg TabletLLOYD HEALTHCARE | tablet · 30`S | ₹726 | 25% more |
| Nicoduce 10 mg TabletAbbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd | tablet · 20`S | ₹754 | 29% more |
| Nikos OD 10 mg TabletLLOYD HEALTHCARE | tablet · 30`S | ₹927 | 59% more |
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Nicostar 10 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Nicostar 10 mg Tablet used for?
Nicostar 10 mg Tablet is commonly used for Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain). Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Nicostar 10 mg Tablet?
Heart conditions: Nicostar supports the heart's rhythm, blood supply or pumping strength, depending on the condition it was prescribed for. Taken regularly, it reduces symptoms and lowers the chance of a hospital admission. It is also used for angina, irregular heartbeat.
What is the salt in Nicostar 10 mg Tablet?
Nicostar 10 mg Tablet contains Nicorandil (10mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Nicostar 10 mg Tablet?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Nicostar 10 mg Tablet work?
Nicostar 10 Tablet is a vasodilator.
Is Nicostar 10 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Nicostar 10 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Nicostar 10 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Nicostar are Headache Nausea Vomiting Weakness Dizziness Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk). Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Nicostar 10 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Nicostar 10 mg Tablet is not recommended in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Nicostar.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Nicostar 10 mg Tablet?
Ask your doctor before drinking alcohol while on Nicostar 10 mg Tablet.
What if I miss a dose of Nicostar 10 mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose of NICostar 10 Tablet, take it as soon as possible.
Is Nicostar 10 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Nicostar 10 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Nicostar 10 mg Tablet?
Korandil-10 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹335 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Nicostar 10 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Nicostar 10 mg Tablet starts at ₹583 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 10 mg 30`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Nicostar 10 mg Tablet?
Nicostar 10 mg Tablet is manufactured by LUPIN LAB. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Nicostar 10 mg Tablet delivered?
Nicostar 10 mg Tablet is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Nicostar 10 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Nicorandil (10mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Price
- ₹583 (₹19.42 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- LUPIN LAB
- Manufacturer
- LUPIN LAB
- Therapeutic class
- CARDIAC
- Drug class
- Cardiovascular agent
- Chemical class
- Nicotinamides
- Action class
- Potassium Channel Openers (KCOs)
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 10 mg 30`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Nicostar 10 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.