Angiplat-2.5 Capsule

What is Angiplat 2.5 Capsule TR?

A nitrate-based medication used to treat and prevent angina (heart-related chest pain) by relaxing blood vessels, improving blood flow to the heart, and reducing workload.

Uses

✔ Angina (chest pain due to heart disease)
✔ Heart failure
✔ Coronary artery disease
✔ Hypertensive emergency
✔ Anal fissure (off-label use)

How to Take

• Dosage: As prescribed by your doctor.

• Form: Swallow the capsule whole—do not chew, crush, or break.

• Timing: Can be taken with/without food, but fixed timing is recommended.

• Missed Dose? Take ASAP, but skip if close to the next dose. Never double dose.

How It Works

Relaxes blood vessels → improves oxygen-rich blood flow to the heart → reduces chest pain and heart strain.

Side Effects

• Common: Headache (may be severe), dizziness, lightheadedness, blurred vision, fast heartbeat, low blood pressure.

• Rare but serious: Severe hypotension, fainting, allergic reactions.

• Tip: Stay hydrated, avoid alcohol, and rise slowly to prevent dizziness.

Safety Warnings

• Avoid if you have:

  • Pulmonary hypertension (e.g., on sildenafil/viagra).

  • Severe anemia or glaucoma.

• Alcohol: Unsafe—can worsen side effects (flushing, low BP, rapid heartbeat).

• Driving: Unsafe—may cause dizziness/blurred vision.

• Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Likely safe, but consult your doctor.

• Kidney/Liver Disease: Generally safe, but monitor with liver impairment.

Key Precautions

• Tolerance Risk: Long-term use may reduce effectiveness. Follow dosing schedule strictly.

• Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor about all medications, especially ED drugs (e.g., Viagra) or blood pressure meds.

When to Seek Help

• Severe/worsening chest pain.

• Fainting, extreme dizziness, or irregular heartbeat.

Always follow your doctor’s advice and read the leaflet provided.