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Isocor is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Angina.
The correct dosage of Isocor depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Isocor include Headache, Dizziness, Flushing. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Isocor can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Isocor go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Isocor's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Isocor related warnings talks about Isocor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Isocor is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Anemia are examples of such conditions. The section on Isocor contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Isocor may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Isocor is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Isocor is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Isocor is used -
Common
Is the use of Isocor safe for pregnant women?
Isocor has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Isocor safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Isocor for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Isocor on the Kidneys?
Isocor is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Isocor on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Isocor on the liver.
What is the effect of Isocor on the Heart?
Isocor is rarely harmful for the heart.
Isocor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Isocor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Isocor habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Isocor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Isocor can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Isocor is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Isocor is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Isocor
There is no information on the effects of taking Isocor with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Isocor
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Isocor with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; monoket® (isosorbide mononitrate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 544
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 716-718
