Isosorbide Mononitrate 60mg

Isosorbide Mononitrate 60mg — Uses and Benefits

Isosorbide Mononitrate 60mg is mainly used to prevent episodes of angina (chest pain) in people with coronary artery disease.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Prevention of angina attacks
• Long-term management of chronic stable angina
• Sometimes used to reduce workload on the heart in certain heart conditions, as advised by your doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• Relaxes and widens (dilates) blood vessels, including veins and arteries
• Increases blood and oxygen supply to the heart muscle
• Reduces the amount of work the heart needs to do, lowering oxygen demand

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• It does not relieve an angina attack that has already started (fast-acting nitrates are used for that)
• Not a treatment for heart attack itself, though it may be used afterwards as part of ongoing care
• Not used for routine blood pressure control alone
• Not a painkiller for non-heart-related chest pain
• Not for use in emergency situations without medical guidance

How to Use Isosorbide Mononitrate 60mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once daily
• Swallow the tablet whole with water; do not crush or chew unless your pharmacist says it is safe to do so
• Try to take it at the same time each day to maintain steady effect
• Take it with or without food, as advised by your doctor
• Do not stop taking it suddenly without consulting your doctor, as this can worsen angina

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember on the same day
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your normal schedule
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct heat, light, and moisture
• Keep out of reach and sight of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack
• Keep in its original packaging until ready to use

Isosorbide Mononitrate 60mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Headache (often the most common, especially when starting treatment)
• Dizziness
• Flushing of the face
• Weakness

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea or vomiting
• Low blood pressure, especially on standing up quickly
• Fast heartbeat (palpitations)
• Blurred vision

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe dizziness or fainting
• Very low blood pressure with cold, clammy skin
• Severe or worsening chest pain
• Allergic reaction such as swelling of face/lips/throat, severe rash, or difficulty breathing
• Irregular or very fast heartbeat

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Isosorbide Mononitrate 60mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to isosorbide mononitrate or other nitrates
• Are taking medicines for erectile dysfunction such as sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil
• Have severe low blood pressure or are in shock
• Have severe anaemia
• Have increased pressure in the brain (raised intracranial pressure)

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have low blood pressure or tend to feel dizzy on standing
• Have had a recent heart attack
• Have liver or kidney disease
• Have a heart condition called hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Consume alcohol regularly

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Erectile dysfunction medicines (sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil) — can cause dangerous drop in blood pressure
• Other blood pressure-lowering medicines
• Alcohol, which can worsen dizziness and low blood pressure
• Other nitrates or nitrate-containing products

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this for sudden chest pain?

No, this is a long-acting medicine for prevention; a fast-acting nitrate is needed for sudden attacks.

Can I drink alcohol with this medicine?

It is best to avoid alcohol as it can increase dizziness and lower blood pressure further.

Will I get a headache with this medicine?

• Headache is common when starting treatment and usually reduces over time; inform your doctor if it persists or is severe.
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