nicorandil · Medicine question

Why is nicorandil prescribed after other angina treatments?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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Its UK licence is for stable angina that remains inadequately controlled by first-line treatment, or when those treatments are contraindicated or not tolerated.

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