Nicotinyl Alcohol- @ -Vasodilators
Drug Name:
Nicotinyl Alcohol- @ -Vasodilators
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Indication Type Description:
Patient Information:
Ref - USP PDI Vol II 17th Edition (1997)
NICOTINYL AlCOHOL- Systemic
1.Allergies-
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to
Nicotinyl alcohol. Also tell your healthcare care professional if you are allergic
to any other substances such as foods. preservatives or dyes.
2.Pregnancy-
Studies on the effects of nicotinyl alcohol have not been done in humans or
animals.
3. Breast-feeding-
It is not known whether nicotinyl alcohol passes into breast milk. However,
this medicine has not been reported to cause problems in nursing babies.
4.Older adults-
There is no specific information comparing use of nicotinyl alcohol
in the elderly with use in other age groups. However, this medicine
may rerduce tolerance to cold temperature in elderly patients.
5. Other medicines-
Tell your doctor if you are using any other prescription or
non-prescription (Over-the counter) OTC medicine. or
if you smoke.
6. Other medical problems-
Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems
especially-
Angina or
Diabetes mellitus or
Heart attack or
Stomach ulcer or
Stroke - nicotinyl alcohol can make the condition worse
Glaucoma or
High cholesterol levels - the chance of side effects may be
increased