.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.C_CardiovascularSystem.C01D_VasodilatorsUsedInCardiacDiseases.C01DX16_Nicorandil.Nicorandil

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name:Nicorandil
ATC code:C01DX16
route:oral
n-compartments1

Nicorandil is a potassium channel opener with nitrate-like properties, used as a vasodilator to treat angina pectoris. It is approved in several countries (not the US) for the prophylaxis and treatment of angina, improving coronary blood flow and reducing cardiac workload.

Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacokinetic parameters are reported in healthy adult male volunteers following single oral administration.

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