Ismo 10 MG Tablet
About Ismo 10 MG Tablet
Ismo 10 MG Tablet is primarily used to avoid an angina attack. It widens blood vessels allowing increased blood flow to the heart. This medicine falls under the category of drugs called nitrates. It is sold under different trade names in different countries.
As a preventive measure, consult your physician if you have the following conditions:- If you are allergic to any of the ingredients contained within Ismo 10 MG Tablet.
- If you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs, vitamins or dietary supplements.
- If you are taking any erectile dysfunction medications.
- If you have a history of heart diseases or warnings of a possible heart attack.
- If you have low blood pressure.
- If you have kidney disease.
- You are pregnant, or are planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Take this medicine as a whole. Follow the dosage as prescribed by your doctor. Normal dosage requires you to have this medication once daily, usually after waking up in the morning. In some other cases, you may need to have a second dose later on in the day.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Ismo 10 MG Tablet
Angina Pectoris Prophylaxis
This medicine is used for the prevention of angina (chest pain) caused due to reduced flow of blood and oxygen to the heart. It is not effective in treating chest pain that has already set in.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
What are the contraindications of Ismo 10 MG Tablet ?
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to this medication or any nitrate-containing medicines.
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have anemia or low levels of hemoglobin in the blood.
Obstructive Heart Disease
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a condition where the blood vessels in the heart have blockage due to swelling or narrowing.
Head Trauma/Increased Intracranial Pressure
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients having a severe head injury or the pressure in the brain is elevated.
Medicine for erectile dysfunction
This medicine is not recommended for use if you are taking medicines for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. One of the most commonly used medicines for this condition is Viagra (sildenafil),
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Ismo 10 MG Tablet ?
Headache
Nausea Or Vomiting
Fainting
Tachycardia
Rash
Pruritus
Myalgia
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Ismo 10 MG Tablet
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 6-8 hours upon oral administration in the form of conventional tablets.
What is the onset of action?
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 20-30 of oral administration. However, this time is subject to vary depending on the form of the medicine.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medicine is not recommended for use by pregnant women unless absolutely necessary and the benefits outweigh the risks involved.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine is not recommended for use by women who are breastfeeding.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
What are the substitutes for Ismo 10 MG Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Ismo 10 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Isonorm 10 MG Tablet
Lupin Ltd
- Monit 10 MG Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Monosorbitrate 10 MG Tablet
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd
- Vasonit 10 MG Tablet
Zydus Cadila
- Vasotrate 10 MG Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Missed Dose instructions
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose with this medicine is suspected. Symptoms of an overdose may include a severe headache, fever, nausea, vomiting, difficulty in breathing, excessive sweating etc.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
Where is the Ismo 10 MG Tablet approved?
India
United States
Japan
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
This medicine, chemically is an Isosorbide-5-Mononitrate, which gets converted to nitric oxide (NO) free radicals in the body which relax the blood vessels and reduces the load on the heart. This results in an improved blood flow and reduced oxygen demand.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Cardiologist before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Ismo 10 MG Tablet ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Ethanol
Avoid or limit the uptake of alcohol while using this medicine. Contact your doctor if you experience excessive sweating, dizziness, confusion after taking this medicine.Interaction with Medicine
Amitriptyline
Report the use of either of the medicines to the doctor. You may need a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring of blood pressure levels while using these medicines together.Amlodipine
Report the use of amlodipine or any other medicine taken for lowering the blood pressure to the doctor. You may need a dose adjustment and more frequent monitoring of blood pressure levels while using these medicines together.Prilocaine
Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. Your doctor may prescribe suitable alternatives that do not interact with each other. Do not stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.Sildenafil
Report the use of sildenafil or any other medicine taken for erectile dysfunction to the doctor. The risk of adverse effects is significantly high while using these medicines together. Your doctor may determine the best course of treatment in such cases.Riociguat
Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. Your doctor may prescribe suitable alternatives that do not interact with each other. Do not stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.Interaction with Disease
Acute myocardial infarction
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from a heart attack or heart failure. The use should be preceded by suitable clinical examinations to ensure safe and effective use.Hypotension
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients who have low blood pressure. The risk of further lowering of blood pressure and associated adverse effects are significantly high.Interaction with Food
Licorice
Avoid or limit the use of licorice while taking this medicine. The risk of adverse effects is higher while using them together. Contact your doctor if you experience excessive sweating, dizziness, confusion after taking this medicine with licorice.
FAQs about Ismo 10 MG Tablet
Ques : What is Ismo 10 MG Tablet?
Ans : This medication widens blood vessels allowing for an increase of blood flow to the heart. It is also used to avoid an angina attack.
Ques : How long do I need to use Ismo 10 MG Tablet before I see improvement in my condition?
Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.
Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Ismo 10 MG Tablet?
Ans : Normal dosage requires you to have this medication once daily, usually after waking up in the morning.
Ques : Should I use Ismo 10 MG Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?
Ans : This medication should be taken with or without food in a prescribed dosage.
Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Ismo 10 MG Tablet?
Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.
References
Isosorbide mononitrate- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 6 December 2019]. Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/isosorbide-5-mononitrate
Isosorbide mononitrate- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 6 December 2019]. Available from:
https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01020
Carmil XL 60 mg Tablets- EMC [Internet] medicines.org.uk. 2018 [Cited 6 December 2019]. Available from:
https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/7997/smpc
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