Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet

Nitroglycerin(6.4mg)

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food
alcohol
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Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Consuming alcohol while taking Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
UNSAFE
Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet

Nitroglycerin(6.4mg)

Angiwell tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain).

How angiwell tablet works

Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet is a nitrate. It works by relaxing the blood vessels and increasing the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart while reducing its work load, thereby preventing/treating attacks of angina (chest pain).

Common side effects of angiwell tablet

Blurred vision, Decreased blood pressure, Dizziness, Headache, Increased heart rate, Lightheadedness, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)

SUBSTITUTES FOR Angiwell Tablet

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Expert advice FOR Angiwell Tablet

  • Nitroglycerin may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Do not consume alcohol while taking Nitroglycerin as it may cause increased dizziness.
  • It may cause headaches which usually go away after a few days of continued treatment. Inform your doctor if it persists.
  • You may develop tolerance to Nitroglycerin with time, meaning that the same dose may be less effective next time. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule to avoid this.
  • Stop taking medications (prescribed for erectile dysfunction) like sildenafil or tadalafil while on treatment with Nitroglycerin as it may cause low blood pressure.

Frequently asked questions FOR Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet

Nitroglycerin

Q. Can I take sildenafil if I am taking Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet?
No, you should not take sildenafil if you are taking Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet. Taking these two medicines together can cause an excessive fall in blood pressure, which may even be life-threatening.
Q. What effect does Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet have on blood pressure?
Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet decreases the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels, but is not recommended for the treatment of high blood pressure. The drop in blood pressure may cause lightheadedness, especially when changing your position suddenly.
Q. Does the effect of Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet wear off after some time?
Yes, excessive use of Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet may cause tolerance which means that Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet may lose its effectiveness on you. Therefore, usually the doctors prescribe the smallest dose required for effective relief of acute angina attack. This helps maintain the effectiveness of Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet.
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Q. What does too much Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet do?
Excess Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet may result in low blood pressure, sweating, nausea, vomiting, headache, weak and fast pulse. It may also cause weakness, lightheadedness on standing and the patient might even faint. The patient will require emergency medical treatment in such a case.
Q. Can I stop using Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet as I feel better now?
Stopping Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet suddenly may bring on attacks of angina, especially if you have been using it for several weeks or more. Talk to your doctor who will advise you to reduce the dose gradually over 4 to 6 weeks before you stop using it completely.
Q. Does Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet stop heart attacks?
Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet is prescribed to prevent attacks of heart-related chest pain (angina) in patients with coronary artery disease. In this disease the blood vessels (coronary arteries) which supply blood to the heart become narrowed because of which the heart has to work harder to get enough oxygen. Angiwell 6.4mg Tablet prevents angina by relaxing the blood vessels so that the heart does not have to work very hard. Also, relaxation of coronary arteries increases the oxygen supply to the heart.

Content on this page was last updated on 01 March, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)