Xantinol Nicotinate
Indications
Xantinol Nicotinate is used for:
Cerebrovascular disorders, Peripheral vascular disease
Adult Dose
Oral
Cerebrovascular disorders, Peripheral vascular disease
Adult: 3 g daily.
Child Dose
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
Severe haemorrhage, pregnancy, recent MI, recent cerebrovascular accidents, severely compromised cardiac function, hypersensitivity.
Precautions
Mitral stenosis.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Interactions
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Xantinol Nicotinate :
Flushing, generalized itching, rash, abdominal pain, hypoglycemia, hypotension.
Mechanism of Action
Xantinol nicotinate, a ester of theophylline and nicotinic acid acts as a peripheral vasodilator.