Isosorbide Mononitrate Benefits & Uses

Isosorbide Mononitrate is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Angina

Isosorbide Mononitrate Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Angina Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Angina Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Isosorbide Mononitrate Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Isosorbide Mononitrate is used -

Common

Headache
Dizziness
Flushing
Nausea or vomiting
Decreased blood pressure
पेट दर्द
Fatigue
Pain or discomfort
Chest Pain
Upper respiratory tract infection
Rash

Isosorbide Mononitrate Related Warnings

Is the use of Isosorbide Mononitrate safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Isosorbide Mononitrate.

Mild
Is the use of Isosorbide Mononitrate safe during breastfeeding?

Isosorbide Mononitrate may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Isosorbide Mononitrate on the Kidneys?

Isosorbide Mononitrate is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Isosorbide Mononitrate on the Liver?

Isosorbide Mononitrate is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Isosorbide Mononitrate on the Heart?

Isosorbide Mononitrate has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Isosorbide Mononitrate with Other Drugs

Isosorbide Mononitrate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Sildenafil

Moderate

Amitriptyline

Codeine

Chlorpheniramine,Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Captopril

Isosorbide Mononitrate Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Isosorbide Mononitrate unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Low Blood Pressure
Anemia
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Isosorbide Mononitrate

Is this Isosorbide Mononitrate habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Isosorbide Mononitrate is addictive.

No
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 Isosorbide Mononitrate can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Isosorbide Mononitrate is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Isosorbide Mononitrate cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Isosorbide Mononitrate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Isosorbide Mononitrate

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Isosorbide Mononitrate and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Isosorbide Mononitrate

Information about the interaction of Isosorbide Mononitrate and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown