Ingredient

Nicorandil

Nicorandil is a medication that helps supply blood to the heart by dilating blood vessels.

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MFDS ingredient code M081543

What does it do?

Nicorandil belongs to the class of vasodilators and is primarily used to improve blood supply to the heart. This ingredient is mainly used in the treatment of angina and alleviates oxygen shortage in the heart muscle.

Nicorandil increases blood flow by widening blood vessels, helping to supply more oxygen to the heart. It also relaxes vascular smooth muscle, lowering blood pressure and reducing the burden on the heart.

Commonly used for

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Nicorandil has a unique mechanism that dilates blood vessels by opening potassium channels, along with its vasodilatory effect. This allows for potential cardioprotective effects, unlike other vasodilators.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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