Monosprin 30 Capsule

Monosprin 30 Capsule 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.

This medicine is a combination of Isosorbide Mononitrate (30mg) and Aspirin (75mg). These two are used in combination to provide prophylactic treatment of angina pectoris (heart-related chest pain).

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.

Take as directed, at the same time each day. Do not chew or crush extended-release capsules; swallow with 8 oz of water. Do not change brands without consulting prescriber. Do not discontinue abruptly.As a preventive measure, consult your physician if you have the following conditions:

• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients contained within Monosprin 30 Capsule.
• 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.

Keep medication in original container, tightly closed. Avoid alcohol; combination may cause severe hypotension. Take medication while sitting down and use caution when changing position (rise from sitting or lying position slowly).

May cause dizziness; use caution when driving or engaging in hazardous activities until response to drug is known. If chest pain is unresolved in 15 minutes, seek emergency medical help at once. Report acute headache, rapid heartbeat, unusual restlessness or dizziness, muscular weakness, or blurring vision.

• 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.

• Allergy

  This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to this medication or any nitrate-containing medicines.

• Anemia

  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),

• Stomach Pain

• Diarrhoea

• Headache

• Fatigue

• Indigestion

• Upper Respiratory Tract Infection

• Dizziness

• Itching

• Flushing Of Skin

• 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.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is unsafe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  This medicine might affect the alertness of the patients. Thus driving must be avoided while taking this medicine.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution must be taken while using this medicine is patients with kidney disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Limited information is available, thus it suggests that it is probably safe to be used in patients with liver disease. Adjustment of dose might not be needed. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Monosprin 30 Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Ismorin 30 Mg/75 Mg Capsule

  Abbott India Ltd

• Ecosmin 30 Mg/75 Mg Capsule

  USV Ltd

• 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.

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 improved blood flow and reduced oxygen demand. It also prevents the platelets from adhering together and thus inhibits the formation of harmful blood clots.

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

  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.

  Glaucoma

  This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from glaucoma. It should be prescribed only after accessing the condition and making suitable adjustments in dosage.

• 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.

• Ques : What is Monosprin 30 Capsule?

  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 Monosprin 30 Capsule 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 Monosprin 30 Capsule?

  Ans : Normal dosage requires you to have this medication once daily, usually after waking up in the morning.

• Ques : Should I use Monosprin 30 Capsule 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 Monosprin 30 Capsule?

  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.