Description

Description

Cardnit 6.4mg is a higher-strength, sustained-release tablet from ATCO Laboratories built around Glyceryl Trinitrate, a well-established nitrate compound. Packaged as 30 tablets per box, this formulation is designed for patients who need a stronger, extended-acting dose to keep angina symptoms under control over a longer period, compared to lower-strength options in the same product line.

Ingredients

Each tablet delivers 6.4mg of Glyceryl Trinitrate as its active pharmaceutical ingredient, combined with pharmaceutical-grade excipients engineered to control the release rate, ensuring the medicine is absorbed gradually rather than all at once.

Dosage Form

This product comes as a sustained-release oral tablet. It is meant to be swallowed whole and is not intended for sublingual (under-the-tongue) use, distinguishing it from fast-acting nitrate formulations used for immediate attack relief.

Uses

Cardnit 6.4mg is generally prescribed for the ongoing prevention and management of angina pectoris in patients whose symptoms need a stronger maintenance dose. It may also be used to ease cardiac strain in select heart conditions where improved coronary circulation is required, always as determined by a treating physician based on the patient’s overall cardiac profile.

How to Use

Take the tablet whole with a full glass of water, without crushing, splitting, or chewing it, since this could release the full dose too quickly and increase side-effect risk. Your doctor will set the exact frequency and timing based on your condition; consistency in daily timing helps maintain steady symptom control. Do not use this tablet as an emergency dose during an active angina episode unless specifically directed.

Side Effects

Because this is a higher dose, side effects such as headache, facial flushing, and lowered blood pressure may be more noticeable than with lower-strength versions. Some patients report dizziness on standing, a rapid pulse, or mild nausea. Severe or prolonged headache, fainting, or an unusually slow heartbeat should be reported to a doctor without delay.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Safety data on Glyceryl Trinitrate use during pregnancy and lactation remains limited, and this higher-strength tablet should only be used if a physician determines the potential benefit outweighs any possible risk. Nursing mothers should seek medical guidance before continuing or starting this medication.

Storage Instructions

Store the tablets in their original, tightly closed pack, away from heat, direct light, and humidity. A cool, dry place below 25°C is ideal. Keep the medicine out of children’s reach and dispose of any expired stock safely rather than using it.

FAQs

Why is Cardnit 6.4mg stronger than the 2.6mg version? It contains more than double the active ingredient per tablet, intended for patients whose angina requires a more sustained, higher-dose approach.

Can this replace my rescue nitrate tablet or spray? No, sustained-release tablets are for prevention; a separate fast-acting nitrate product is used for sudden chest pain episodes.

Is tolerance a concern with long-term nitrate use? Yes, prolonged continuous use can reduce effectiveness, so doctors often schedule a nitrate-free interval each day.

Can this be combined with blood pressure medicines? Only under medical supervision, since combined vasodilating effects can lower blood pressure excessively.

Disclaimer

Always use this medicine strictly according to your doctor’s instructions and prescribed dosage.