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Latest prescription information about Isosorbide. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Isosorbide
Pronunciation : eye soe sor' bide
Trade Name(s): 
India- 5-Mono Sr-Tab, 5-Mono Tab, Angicor Sr-Tab, Angicor Tab, Anginex Tab, Angitab Sr-Tab, Angitab Tab, Diltrate Tab, Ihd Sr-Tab, Ihd Tab, Imdur Tab, Imnit Sr-Tab, Ismo Retard Tab, Ismo Tab, Isoact Tab, Isocor-20 Tab, Isomin-20 Tab, Isonorm Tab, Isotop Cap, Monet Tab, Monicor Tab, Monit Sr-Tab, Monit Tab, Monn Tab, Monocontin Cr-Tab, Monomen-20 Tab, Monopark Tab, Monosorbitrate Tab, Monotrace Tab, Monotrate Od Tab, Monotrate Tab, Nican- Cr-Cap, Nitrofix Sr-Tab, Nitrofix Tab, Nitrovas Sr-Tab, Solotrate Tab, Sorb Tab, Sorbicap Cap, Sorbiday Tab, Sormo Tab, Synotrate Tab, Vasonit Tab, Vasonit-Od Suscap, Vasotrate Od-Tab, Vasotrate Tab.
International- Dilatrate-SR, Imdur, Ismo, Ismotic, Isoditrate, Isordil, Monoket.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is a nitrate, prescribed for angina pectoris due to coronary artery disease.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 

Hypersensitivity.

Pregnancy Category :

A B C D X
Category C : Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.


When it is to be taken : Adult- PO- The recommended dose regimen is 20 mg (one tablet) twice daily.
How it should be taken : It comes as a capsule and tablet to be placed under the tongue.
Special Instruction : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of anemia, increased eye pressure, head injury, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
* It may cause dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
* Avoid alcohol consumption.
Side Effects : 
Heart - Chest pain, abnormal heart rhythm, low blood pressure, palpitations, fast heart rate and fainting.
Skin - Itching and rash.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, tooth disorder and vomiting.
Genitourinary - Painful urination, impotence and increased urinary frequency.
Musculoskeletal - Joint pain.
Central Nervous System - Agitation, anxiety, confusion, incoordination, increased appetite, sleeplessness, nervousness and nightmares.
Respiratory - Asthma and upper-respiratory tract infection.
Miscellaneous - Weakness, blurred vision, cold sweats, double vision, uneasiness, neck stiffness and rigors.
Other Precautions : 
* Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it at room temperature, away from excess heat or cold.

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