K-Cor 5 Tablet 20.0 tablets in 1 bottle

Last Updated: March 30th, 2026

K-Cor 5 Tablet is a product of Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Composition: Nicorandil (5mg)

Pack of 20 tablet

₹ 374.30

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All Details About K-Cor 5 Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about K-Cor 5 Tablet

Description:

K-Cor 5 Tablet is a medicine used to prevent and treat heart-related chest pain (angina). It is usually prescribed when other heart medicines are either not suitable or have not worked. It reduces the risk of an angina attack by widening blood vessels and improving blood flow to the heart.

K-Cor 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food. It should be swallowed whole with water. Take this medicine regularly and at about the same time(s) each day. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take it. This may change from time to time depending on how well it is working. Do not stop taking it without talking to our doctor as sudden withdrawal may cause your chest pain to come back. You can improve the health of your heart by making some lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, cutting down on alcohol, eating well, exercising regularly, and managing stress.

The most common side effect of this medicine is headache, especially during the first few days of treatment. This usually improves within a week. However, drinking plenty of fluids and avoiding alcohol may help. Other common side effects include dizziness or weakness, nausea, and flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk). Communicate to your doctor if these bother you or do not go away.

K-Cor 5 Tablet may not be suitable for some people. Inform your doctor if you have a history of low blood pressure or heart failure. Also let your doctor know about all other medications that you are using as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. You should not take any medicines for erectile dysfunction with this medicine. K-Cor 5 Tablet is not usually recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses:

Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Directions For Use:

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. K-Cor 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of K-Cor

Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Weakness
Dizziness
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking K-Cor 5 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

K-Cor 5 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of K-Cor 5 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

K-Cor 5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

K-Cor 5 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

K-Cor 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

What class of drug is K-Cor 5 Tablet and what is it used for?

K-Cor 5 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as “potassium channel openers”. It causes widening of the arteries. This decreases the workload of the heart to pump the blood. It also improves the blood and oxygen supply to your heart muscle. It is prescribed to patients with stable angina (heart-related chest pain) who cannot take other medicines (beta-blockers, calcium channel antagonist) meant for angina.

Can I stop taking K-Cor 5 Tablet?

No, you should not stop taking K-Cor 5 Tablet without speaking to your doctor first. If you stop K-Cor 5 Tablet suddenly, your anginal pain may recur. Communicate to your doctor if you are experiencing any side effects.

For how long do I need to continue K-Cor 5 Tablet?

Continue taking your medicine for as long as your doctor tells you. K-Cor 5 Tablet is generally prescribed for a long term. You may even need to take it for the rest of your life.

What if somebody accidentally takes excess of K-Cor 5 Tablet?

He or she should be taken to the hospital immediately. The person may experience signs of low blood pressure, which include feeling weak or dizzy. He or she may also experience irregular or fast heart beat.

Can I take K-Cor 5 Tablet if I am taking aspirin?

You should avoid taking K-Cor 5 Tablet and aspirin together. Taking the two medicines together increases the risk of ulcer or bleeding in the mouth, stomach or intestine. Immediately consult your doctor, If you notice blood in your stool or vomit while using K-Cor 5 Tablet.

Who should not use K-Cor 5 Tablet?

People who are allergic to K-Cor 5 Tablet or any of its ingredients should avoid using this medicine. Also, patients who have heart problems such as cardiogenic shock or left ventricular failure with low filling pressure or cardiac decompensation or have a build-up of fluid in the lungs (pulmonary edema) should not use K-Cor 5 Tablet. Increaseitionally, patients taking medicines to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil, tadalafil, and vardenafil) or medicines to treat pulmonary hypertension (e.g., riociguat) should not use the medication. Your blood pressure may be affected if these medicines are taken with K-Cor 5 Tablet or if you have low blood volume.

Can K-Cor 5 Tablet affect my sex life?

No, K-Cor 5 Tablet does not affect your sex life. However, it is not recommended to take medicines used to treat erectile dysfunction (e.g., sildenafil or tadalafil) or premature ejaculation (e.g., vardenafil or dapoxetine) while taking K-Cor 5 Tablet. Taking them together can lead to a serious drop in your blood pressure.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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