Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet

Composition of Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet

Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet contains Nitroglycerin (Glyceryl trinitrate) 2.6 mg (modified/controlled release) tablet. It belongs to the Organic nitrate (vasodilator) class of medicines.

Uses of Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet

Prevention (prophylaxis) of angina pectoris (chest pain) due to coronary artery disease; chronic stable angina

Key benefits

• Prevents angina attacks
• Reduces chest pain frequency
• Improves exercise tolerance in stable angina
• Lowers cardiac workload by venodilation

How Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet works

Nitroglycerin is converted to nitric oxide in vascular smooth muscle, causing relaxation. It predominantly dilates veins, reducing preload and myocardial oxygen demand, and also dilates coronary arteries to improve blood flow to the heart.

How to take Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet

Oral tablet (modified/controlled release). Take exactly as prescribed, usually 1–2 times daily. Swallow whole with water; do not crush or chew. Can be taken with or without food. Maintain a nitrate-free interval (as advised) to reduce tolerance. Not for acute angina relief unless specifically advised by a doctor.

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

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

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 Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet

Most side effects of Nitrocontin are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Headache
• dizziness
• flushing
• lightheadedness
• nausea
• weakness
• low blood pressure
• palpitations

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately 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 Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Schedule H: use only on prescription. May cause significant hypotension and dizziness—avoid driving/operating machinery if affected. Use with caution in low blood pressure, dehydration, severe anemia, recent heart attack, hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy, aortic stenosis, increased intracranial pressure or history of stroke. Do not stop suddenly without medical advice. Seek urgent care for severe chest pain, fainting, or allergic reaction.

Do not take Nitrocontin 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

Contraindicated with PDE5 inhibitors (sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil) and riociguat due to severe hypotension. Additive BP lowering with other antihypertensives, diuretics, alcohol, tricyclic antidepressants, antipsychotics. Ergot alkaloids (e.g., ergotamine) may reduce antianginal effect and increase BP/ischemia risk.

How to store Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet

Store at room temperature (below 25°C), protected from light and moisture. Keep in original strip/container and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Nitrocontin 2.6 Tablet

Take it at the same time each day and do not miss doses. Keep an up-to-date list of your medicines with you.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Modi Mundi Pharma Pvt Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Antianginal (Vasodilator)

Drug class:

Organic nitrate (vasodilator)