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
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Dosage: As prescribed by your doctor.
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Form: Swallow the capsule whole—do not chew, crush, or break.
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Timing: Can be taken with/without food, but fixed timing is recommended.
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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
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Common: Headache (may be severe), dizziness, lightheadedness, blurred vision, fast heartbeat, low blood pressure.
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Rare but serious: Severe hypotension, fainting, allergic reactions.
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Tip: Stay hydrated, avoid alcohol, and rise slowly to prevent dizziness.
Safety Warnings
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Avoid if you have:
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Pulmonary hypertension (e.g., on sildenafil/viagra).
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Severe anemia or glaucoma.
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Alcohol: Unsafe—can worsen side effects (flushing, low BP, rapid heartbeat).
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Driving: Unsafe—may cause dizziness/blurred vision.
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Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Likely safe, but consult your doctor.
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Kidney/Liver Disease: Generally safe, but monitor with liver impairment.
Key Precautions
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Tolerance Risk: Long-term use may reduce effectiveness. Follow dosing schedule strictly.
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Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor about all medications, especially ED drugs (e.g., Viagra) or blood pressure meds.
When to Seek Help
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Severe/worsening chest pain.
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Fainting, extreme dizziness, or irregular heartbeat.
Always follow your doctor’s advice and read the leaflet provided.
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