Nicostar Information

Nicostar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Angina.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Nicostar. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Nicostar include Headache, Dizziness, Weakness. While these are the most often observed Nicostar side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nicostar are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Nicostar has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Nicostar has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Nicostar related warnings section.

The section on Nicostar contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Nicostar may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nicostar is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Nicostar Benefits & Uses
Nicostar Dosage & How to Take
Nicostar Side Effects
Nicostar Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Nicostar with Other Drugs
Nicostar Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Nicostar
Nicostar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Nicostar Benefits & Uses

Nicostar is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Angina

Nicostar Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Angina Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Angina Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Nicostar Related Warnings

Is the use of Nicostar safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Nicostar will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Nicostar safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Nicostar. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Nicostar on the Kidneys?

Nicostar rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Nicostar on the Liver?

Side effects of Nicostar rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Nicostar on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Nicostar on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Nicostar with Other Drugs

Nicostar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Sildenafil

Tadalafil

Moderate

Hydralazine

Nicostar Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nicostar unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Mouth Ulcer

Frequently asked Questions about Nicostar

Is this Nicostar habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Nicostar has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Nicostar can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Nicostar should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Nicostar for mental disorders.

No

Nicostar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nicostar

Nicostar may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Nicostar

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Nicostar with alcohol.

Unknown