ABOUT THE DRUG:

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Isosorbide Mononitrate is the drug that belongs to nitrate class of drugs. Isosorbide Mononitrate is the drug that is primarily used in the treatment of Angina Pectoris.

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USES OF THE DRUG:

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This is a nitrate class drug that is efficient in treating Angina Pectoris or at least reducing the occurrence of this problem. The problem of angina pain is most common in patients with certain heart problems like coronary artery disease.
nAngina pain is the chest pain that arises often due to the obstructions in the coronary arteries.

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WORKING OF THE DRUG:

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Isosorbide Mononitrate works similar to the active moiety isosorbide dinitrate. This drug reduces the overall load on the heart to pump the blood by causing the arterial and venous dilations. Along with the reduced workload of the heart the medicine also improves the balance of oxygen demand and supply of the Myocardium.

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MANUFACTURER:

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Ismo 20 mg is manufactured by Abbott India, a famous pharmaceutical company. It is available on our website and you can buy Ismo 20 mg online from 24x7pharma.com.

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DOSAGE FORM AND STRENGTHS:

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Isosorbide Mononitrate tablets are available in following strength on our website:

nIsmo 20 mg
nImdur 30 mg
nImdur 60 mg
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nYou can easily buy Ismo 20 mg online from 24x7pharma.com.
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BEFORE YOU TAKE THE DRUG:

nDo not take the drug if you:
nAre dehydrated or are on low salt diet
nAre pregnant or planning to conceive
nAre breastfeeding as the drug may pass into the milk and harm the newborn
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TELL YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU:

nHave an allergy to isosorbide or any other ingredient of the drug
nHave heart diseases like congestive heart failure
nHave low blood pressure
nHave kidney disease
nHave liver disease
nHave diabetes
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HOW MUCH TO TAKE THE DRUG

nGenerally, this tablet is advised to be taken once in a day. Always take the dose as prescribed by the physician. It is very important to consume medicine timely. Various factors are observed before prescribing a drug. Doctor will prescribe the best suitable dose for you. Dosage can be adjusted depending upon the patients severity of the condition.
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HOW TO TAKE THE DRUG

nYou must swallow the whole tablet with one glass full of water. Do not crush or chew it. You can take it with or without food. It is best to take it at the same time daily because that way it is able to show best results and also helps to remember the time to take the drug. Dose adjustments are done on the basis of blood pressure levels. Always take the medicine as instructed by the doctor.
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FOR HOW LONG TO TAKE IT

nIt is important to take the drug as instructed by your doctor. The sudden discontinuance of medicine can cause undesirable reactions. So, it is necessary that before stopping the drug intake, you should always consult a physician first.
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OVERDOSE:

nYou may need urgent medical attention for this you can call your doctor immediately or can visit the nearest health care center. You may feel dizziness, fainting and lightheadedness.
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MISS DOSE:

nTake it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, then skip the dose and take your next dose at the correct time. Do not double up the dose to compensate for the missed one.
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SIDE EFFECTS OF

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SERIOUS

n• Mild dizziness
n•  Troubled breathing
n• Stomach pain /nausea
n• Dry cough/dry mouth
n• Pain or stiffness in joints
n• Fever
n• Sore throat
n•  Headache
n• Chest pain
n•  Chest tightness
n•  Fast/irregular heartbeats
n•  Pale or yellowing of skin
n• Skin rashes, itching and hives
n• welling of mouth, face and lips
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COMMON DRUG INTERACTIONS:

nAlways inform your doctor about the drugs you are taking till date. Give a complete list of prescription or non prescription drugs and any other disease conditions. This way, the doctor is able to decide and give you the list of drugs and other things that may interact with Isosorbide Mononitrate. Drugs listed below may interact with Isosorbide Mononitrate can hinder its normal functioning
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nBlood pressure medications
nErectile dysfunction drugs like tadalafil and Vardenafil
nBeta blocker drugs like Atenolol
nLithium supplements
nAspirin
nAliskirenNSAIDs like Ibuprofen and Naproxen
nDrospirenone and other birth control pills
nCough and cold medicine
nDo not start, stop or change the dosage of any drug before checking them first with the doctor. Discuss the full list of drugs that you might be taking with your doctor
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THINGS TO REMEMBER:

nTake the drug at the regular time intervals
nThis drug causes dizziness so avoid driving and machinery after consuming it as these works require extreme alertness
nDo not share your medicine with any other person even if you feel that the symptoms are same
nIsosorbide Mononitrate makes the skin prone to tanning. So, avoid coming in a contact with the sun and wear protective clothing and sunscreen that provides shielding
nAvoid standing up or getting up from a lying position very fast as it may cause you dizziness
nOlder people are more sensitive to the side effects of this drug