Xantinol Nicotinate
Introduction To Xantinol Nicotinate
Xantinol Nicotinate is a prescription medicine used to treat peripheral vascular disease (which refer to disorders of the blood vessels outside the heart like brain, gut, kidneys, or limbs). It helps to dilate your blood vessels and improves the blood flow.
Xantinol Nicotinate is given by your doctor or nurse. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are dryness in mouth, excessive thirst, reduced bronchial secretions, increased heart rate, flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck, and trunk), and constipation. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. Lifestyle modifications like reducing smoking, increasing exercise and a healthy diet will help you to get better results.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have liver and kidney problems.
Uses of Xantinol Nicotinate
- Peripheral vascular disease
Benefits of Xantinol Nicotinate
Peripheral vascular disease
Peripheral vascular disease refers to the condition of disturbed blood
circulation in blood vessels. Xantinol Nicotinate helps the blood flow freely around
your body thereby preventing a heart attack or stroke (or deep vein thrombosis
or pulmonary embolism). It is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be
self-administered. Make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy
and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
Side effects of Xantinol Nicotinate
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 Complamina
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Photophobia
- Dilatation of pupil
- Palpitations
- Dryness in mouth
- Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
- Constipation
- Increased heart rate
- Dry skin
- Difficulty in urination
- Excessive thirst
- Reduce bronchial secretion
- Loss of accommodation
How to use Xantinol Nicotinate
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Xantinol Nicotinate works
Xantinol Nicotinate is a derivative of niacin. It works as a vasodilator (widens blood vessels). It improves blood movement to every part of your body. This is how it treats your peripheral vascular disease.
Quick tips
- Xantinol Nicotinate is given by doctor or nurse to treat problems resulting from poor blood circulation.
- It is advisable to take this medicine with meals, milk, or antacids to avoid stomach upset.
- Keep sipping water to reduce excessive thirst or have sugar-free gum in order to relieve dryness in the mouth.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Xantinol Nicotinate if I’m pregnant?
Information regarding the use of Xantinol Nicotinate during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
BreastfeedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Xantinol Nicotinate if I’m breastfeeding?
Information regarding the use of Xantinol Nicotinate during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Is drinking alcohol while taking Xantinol Nicotinate safe?
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Xantinol Nicotinate. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I drive after taking Xantinol Nicotinate?
It is not known whether Xantinol Nicotinate alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Xantinol Nicotinate if I have/had kidney diseases?
There is limited information available on the use of Xantinol Nicotinate in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Xantinol Nicotinate if I have/had liver diseases?
There is limited information available on the use of Xantinol Nicotinate in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
References
Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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