Drug Name:
Isosorbide mononitrate Rx
Generic Name and Formulations:
Isosorbide mononitrate 20mg; scored tabs.
Company:
Various generic manufacturers
Therapeutic Use:
Indications for Isosorbide mononitrate:
Prophylaxis of angina. Not for acute attacks.
Adult:
20mg upon awakening then 20mg 7 hrs later.
Children:
Not recommended.
Contraindications:
Concomitant sildenafil.
Warnings/Precautions:
Acute MI. CHF. Hypotension. Volume depletion. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Monitor for tolerance. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Pharmacological Class:
Nitrate.
Interactions:
See Contraindications. Severe hypotension with sildenafil. Orthostatic hypotension with alcohol, calcium channel blockers.
Adverse Reactions:
Headache, dizziness, orthostatic hypotension, bradycardia, GI upset, syncope.
Note:
Formerly known under the brand name Ismo.
How Supplied:
Contact supplier.
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