Product Details
ISOSORBIDE MONONITRATE 20 MG
Introduction : Isosorbide mononitrate 20mg is used to prevent angina (chest pain) caused by coronary artery disease (heart disease). It does not work fast enough to relieve the pain of an angina attack that has already started.
Isosorbide mononitrate 20mg tablet belongs to the group of medicines called nitrates. It works by relaxing the blood vessels and increasing the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart while reducing its workload. When used regularly on a long-term basis, this helps prevent angina attacks from occurring.
This medicine is available only with your doctors prescription.
This form of nitrate is used to reduce the number of angina attacks over a long time. It will not relieve an attack that has already started because it works too slowly. The extended-release form gradually releases medicine to provide its effect for 8 to 10 hours. Check with your doctor if you also need a fast-acting medicine to relieve the pain of an angina attack
You should take this medicine first thing in the morning and follow the same schedule each day..
Indication : Isosorbide Mononitrate 20mgTablets are indicated for the prevention of angina pectoris (refers to chest pain or discomfort that occurs when the heart muscle doesnt receive enough oxygen-rich blood) due to coronary artery disease. The onset of action of oral isosorbide mononitrate is not sufficiently rapid for this product to be useful in aborting an acute anginal episode.
Administration : Take in the morning with half a glass of liquid
(Extended-release) Do not crush or chew; OK to split in half if needed
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage : Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Mechanism of Action : Isosorbide mononitrate, the major active metabolite of isosorbide dinitrate, is an organic nitrate used to prevent angina. It exerts its effect by relaxing vascular smooth muscles resulting in dilatation of peripheral arteries and veins
Therapeutic : Antianginal
Side Effects : Side effects may include fatigue, upper respiratory infection, pain, dizziness, and nauseaHeadache, Dizziness, lightheadedness, or faintness
Safety Advice / Warnings : This medicine may cause headaches. These headaches are a sign that the medicine is working. Do not stop using the medicine or change the time you use it in order to avoid the headaches. If you have severe pain, talk with your doctor.
Dizziness, lightheadedness, or faintness may occur, especially when you get up quickly from a lying or sitting position. Getting up slowly may help.
Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting is also more likely to occur if you drink alcohol, stand for long periods of time, exercise, or if the weather is hot. While you are taking this medicine, be careful to limit the amount of alcohol you drink. Also, use extra care during exercise or hot weather or if you must stand for long periods of time.
Do not stop using this medicine without checking first with your doctor. Your doctor may want you to gradually reduce the amount you are using before stopping it completely.
References : Product Information: monoket(R) oral tablets, isosorbide mononitrate oral tablets. Kremers Urban Pharmaceuticals Inc. (per FDA), Princeton, NJ, 2014.
Product Information: ISMO(R) Oral Tablet, isosorbide mononitrate oral tablet. Boehringer Mannheim Pharmaceuticals Corp, Rockville, MD, 2000.
Product Information: isosorbide mononitrate oral extended-release tablet, isosorbide mononitrate oral extended-release tablet. Ethex Corporation, St. Louis, MO, 1999.