Description

Description

Noracor 5mg is a heart rate-lowering medicine manufactured by ATCO Laboratories, formulated with Ivabradine. Unlike beta-blockers, it works by selectively targeting the electrical signals in the heart’s natural pacemaker cells, slowing the heart rate without significantly affecting blood pressure or the heart’s contraction strength. This makes it a valuable option for patients with certain heart conditions who need heart rate control but cannot tolerate or fully benefit from other medicines.

Ingredients

Each film-coated tablet of Noracor contains:

• Ivabradine – 5mg (a selective sinus node inhibitor / If channel blocker)

Dosage Form

Noracor 5mg is available as oral film-coated tablets, packed 14 tablets per strip/box.

Uses

Noracor 5mg is commonly prescribed for:

• Chronic stable angina in patients who cannot tolerate or have contraindications to beta-blockers
• Chronic heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, in patients with an elevated resting heart rate, often combined with standard heart failure therapy
• Management of certain conditions involving an abnormally fast heart rate, under medical guidance

How to Use

Noracor should be taken exactly as directed by a registered physician, typically twice daily, with meals, to help improve absorption. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water — do not crush or chew it. Your doctor will determine the appropriate starting dose and may adjust it based on your heart rate response. Do not stop taking this medicine abruptly without consulting your doctor, and attend regular follow-ups to monitor your heart rate.

Side Effects

Common side effects that may occur with Noracor include:

• Visual disturbances, such as temporary brightness or flashes of light (phosphenes)
• Blurred vision
• Slow heart rate (bradycardia)
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Irregular heartbeat sensations (palpitations)

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience severe dizziness, fainting, chest pain, or a very slow or irregular heartbeat.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Noracor is not recommended during pregnancy, as Ivabradine may cause harm to the developing fetus based on available data. Women of childbearing potential should use effective contraception while taking this medicine. It should also not be used while breastfeeding, as it is unclear whether the drug passes into breast milk. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor for suitable alternatives.

Storage Instructions

Store Noracor tablets below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the tablets in their original packaging until use, and store them out of reach of children.

FAQs

Q: Why does Noracor cause visual disturbances?
A: Ivabradine can affect similar channels in the eye’s retina, sometimes causing temporary brightness or light flashes; these effects are usually mild and reversible.

Q: Can Noracor be taken alongside beta-blockers?
A: Yes, in some cases it’s combined with beta-blockers under close medical supervision, particularly for heart failure management.

Q: How long does it take for Noracor to lower heart rate?
A: Heart rate reduction is usually noticeable within a few days, though your doctor may take several weeks to fine-tune your optimal dose.

Disclaimer

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