What do you need to know about isosorbide dinitrate?
What do you need to know about isosorbide dinitrate?
Written by Cerner Multum. What is isosorbide dinitrate? Isosorbide dinitrate is a nitrate that dilates (widens) blood vessels, making it easier for blood to flow through them and easier for the heart to pump. Isosorbide dinitrate is used to treat or prevent attacks of chest pain ( angina ).
Are there any side effects from taking isosorbide mononitrate?
headache, severe and throbbing. loss of consciousness. night blindness. overbright appearance of lights. paralysis. sensation of spinning. tunnel vision. Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine.
When to stop taking isosorbide dinitrate for angina?
If you take isosorbide dinitrate on a regular schedule to prevent angina, do not stop taking it suddenly or you could have a severe attack of angina. Keep this medicine on hand at all times. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.
What are the different brand names of isosorbide mononitrate?
Isosorbide mononitrate is available under the following different brand names: Imdur, Monoket, and ISMO. Dosages of Isosorbide Mononitrate: Adult and Pediatric Dosages: Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows:
Can you take Viagra and isosorbide dinitrate together?
Important Information. You should not take erectile dysfunction medicine (Viagra, Cialis, Levitra, Stendra, Staxyn, sildenafil, avanafil, tadalafil, vardenafil) while you are taking isosorbide dinitrate. Taking these medicine together can cause a sudden and serious decrease in blood pressure.
When was isosorbide mononitrate approved for medical use?
It was patented in 1971 and approved for medical use in 1981. It is available as a generic medication. In 2018, it was the 110th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 6 million prescriptions. Isosorbide mononitrate is a nitrate -class drug used for the prevention of angina pectoris.