Angised Tablet Key Benefits
Quick angina relief: Rapidly eases chest discomfort by improving blood flow to the heart.
Prevents angina attacks: Can be used before exercise or triggers to prevent chest pain.
Reduces cardiac workload: Lowers the heart’s oxygen requirement by widening blood vessels.
Convenient sublingual form: Quick dissolving for fast action—ideal for emergency use.
Indications
Acute management of angina attacks, including variant (Prinzmetal) angina.
Prophylactic use before exertion or stress is known to trigger angina symptoms.
Important Information
Active Ingredient: Glyceryl Trinitrate (Nitroglycerin) 0.5 mg per tablet.
Form: Sublingual—dissolves under the tongue for rapid absorption.
Administration: Use at the first sign of chest pain; let dissolve fully. Keep the tablet in its original blister till use.
Storage: Store below 30 °C, in a dry place away from sunlight and children.
Precautions & Contraindications
Avoid with PDE-5 inhibitors (e.g., sildenafil/tadalafil) due to risk of severe hypotension.
Caution with low blood pressure, anaemia, head injuries, glaucoma, or increased intracranial pressure.
Side effects may include headache, dizziness, flushing, nausea, palpitations, and orthostatic hypotension.
Tolerance may develop if used frequently. To prevent this, a nitrate-free interval is often advised.
Avoid alcohol during use—it can worsen low blood pressure, dizziness, or risk.
Sudden discontinuation may lead to rebound angina—taper under medical supervision.
Angiosed Tablet Uses
In English:
Rapid relief of angina (chest pain)
Prevention of angina during stress or activity
Reducing myocardial oxygen demand to ease cardiac workload
In Urdu (استعمال):
سینے کے درد (اینچائنا) کو فوری دور کرنے کے لیے
جسمانی یا ذہنی دباؤ سے پہلے درد سے بچاؤ میں
دل پر پڑنے والی محنت اور آکسیجن کی طلب کو کم کرنے کے لیے
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is Angised used for?
For rapid relief and prevention of angina (chest pain) in coronary artery disease by dilating blood vessels to reduce heart strain.
Q2. How fast does Angised work?
Sublingual tablets begin working within 1–3 minutes; buccal or oral forms may take longer.
Q3. Can I stop using it once symptoms improve?
No—abrupt stopping may trigger angina attacks. Gradual tapering under medical guidance is essential.
Q4. Can I drink alcohol while taking Angised?
No—alcohol may increase side effects like low blood pressure, dizziness, and fainting.
Q5. What are common side effects?
Headache (often indicates effectiveness), dizziness, flushing, nausea, palpitations, and fainting, especially upon standing.
Q6. Can I take erectile dysfunction meds with Angised?
No—combining with PDE-5 inhibitors can cause dangerously low blood pressure.
Q7. What if I take too much?
Overdose can lead to severe hypotension, fainting, tachycardia, and methemoglobinemia. Emergency medical attention required.
