Cardionit 25 Injection 5ml
 
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
Vulcan Laboratories Pvt Ltd.
 
SALT COMPOSITION
Nitroglycerin 5mg/ml Injection
 
 
STORAGE
Store below 30°C

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Cardionit 25 Injection is used to treat and prevent heart-related chest pain (angina) and hypertension (high blood pressure) during surgery. This medicine works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. It has a very short-lived effect.

Cardionit 25 Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor with careful blood pressure monitoring. This is given as a continuous infusion into a vein and should not be stopped abruptly. It should not be mixed with any other medication of any kind.

The most common side effect of Cardionit 25 Injection is a headache which may be severe. This can sometimes be helped by drinking plenty of fluids and avoiding alcohol. You may also experience lightheadedness, which could increase your risk of having a fall. There are other, rarer side effects, some of them serious. Ask your doctor and read the leaflet which comes with the medicine to make sure you are keeping safe.

Do not use Cardionit 25 Injection if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure in your lungs (pulmonary hypertension), or erectile dysfunction; or if you have anemia or glaucoma (increased pressure inside the eye). Always tell your doctor what other health conditions you have and what other medicines you are taking. It is best not to drink alcohol with this medicine as it increases some of the side effects. If you are affected by dizziness, avoid driving. If you are pregnant, thinking about becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding, ask your doctor before taking this medicine.

BENEFITS OF CARDIONIT 25  INJECTION

In Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Cardionit 25 Injection helps in prevention as well as treatment of angina. Angina is a chest pain that is usually caused by narrowing of the blood vessels which supply your heart. This means your heart does not get enough oxygen. Cardionit 25 Injection works quickly to relax the muscles and blood vessels in your heart so more blood (and oxygen) gets to your heart. This reduces the pain and discomfort that angina causes.
You should take this medicine at the first sign of chest pain. If the first tablet does not work, you can take a second tablet after 5 minutes. However, if your chest pain does not go away after 15 minutes, you should get urgent medical attention. This could be a sign of a heart attack. Cardionit 25 Injection also helps prevent chest pain if taken before exercising or doing other strenuous activities.

In Treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure)

Cardionit 25 Injection is used to treat hypertension in hypertensive emergencies. It rapidly dilates (widens) the blood vessels. This rapid vasodilation helps reduce blood pressure levels, relieving the strain on the heart and improving blood flow to vital organs. It is typically used in critical situations where immediate blood pressure reduction is necessary, such as severe high blood pressure that can lead to organ damage or other life-threatening complications.

SIDE EFFECTS OF CARDIONIT 25  INJECTION

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

Common side effects of Cardionit 25

·         Blurred vision

·         Decreased blood pressure

·         Dizziness

·         Headache

·         Increased heart rate

·         Lightheadedness

·         Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)

HOW TO USE CARDIONIT 25  INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW CARDIONIT 25  INJECTION WORKS

Cardionit 25 Injection is a nitrate. It works by improving blood supply to heart and relaxing the blood vessels which decreases the oxygen demand of the heart and reduces its workload, thereby preventing/treating attacks of angina (chest pain). Relaxation of blood vessels lowers blood pressure.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Cardionit 25 Injection may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cardionit 25 Injection 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cardionit 25 Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Cardionit 25 Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cardionit 25 Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Cardionit 25 Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Cardionit 25 Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE CARDIONIT 25  INJECTION?

If you miss a dose of Cardionit 25 Injection, consult your doctor.