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Monicor 20mg Tablet

Isosorbide Mononitrate (20mg)

₹16.49 ₹19.4016% Off


Product Code: 118964
Availability: In Stock
Manufacturer: Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Constituents

Isosorbide Mononitrate (20mg)

Usage of Monicor 20mg Tablet

  • Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Description of Monicor 20mg Tablet

Monicor 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. This may change from time to time depending on how well they are working. You should take this medicine as it has been prescribed and keep taking it, even if you feel well. This medicine helps to prevent chest pain in the future. If you stop taking it, your risk of chest pain will increase, especially if you stop taking them suddenly. Lifestyle changes such as diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medication work better.You can develop tolerance to this medicine over time, which means that the same dose becomes less effective. You have to stick to a really specific dosing schedule to prevent this from happening.The most common side effects include headache, flushing, upper respiratory tract infection, abdominal pain, allergic reaction, chest pain, and diarrhea. If these symptoms bother you or do not go away, your doctor may suggest ways of preventing or reducing them. Some can be reduced by taking painkillers, drinking plenty of fluids, and avoiding alcohol. Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have low blood pressure, increased pressure in the eye (glaucoma), kidney disease, or heart failure. Also let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine and some may be dangerous to take with it. You should not take any medicine for erectile dysfunction with this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your doctor if this medicine is suitable. Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood pressure and heart rate during the treatment with this medicine.

Possible Side-effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Monicor

  • Headache
  • Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Abdominal pain
  • Allergic reaction
  • Chest pain
  • Diarrhea

Unit

10 tablets

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How to use Monicor 20mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Monicor 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medicine Works

Monicor 20mg Tablet is a nitrate. It dilates peripheral arteries and veins. Dilation of the veins promotes peripheral pooling of blood and decreases venous return to the heart, thereby reducing workload of heart. As a result, the heart muscle does not need as much blood and oxygen supply.

Related Warnings

Consuming alcohol while taking Monicor 20mg Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Monicor 20mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Information regarding the use of Monicor 20mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Monicor 20mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Monicor 20mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Monicor 20mg Tablet is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Monicor 20mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Monicor 20mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Expert Advice

  • You have been prescribed Monicor 20mg Tablet for the prevention and treatment of heart-related chest pain (angina).
  • Eat healthy (low-fat, high-fiber, low-sodium diet), quit smoking, increase your physical activity, watch your weight and reduce stress.
  • Monicor 20mg Tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Do not consume alcohol while taking Monicor 20mg Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness.
  • It may cause headaches which usually go away after a few days of continued treatment. Inform your doctor if it persists.
  • You may develop tolerance to Monicor 20mg Tablet with time, meaning that the same dose may be less effective next time. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule to avoid this.
  • Stop taking medications (prescribed for erectile dysfunction) like sildenafil or tadalafil while on treatment with Monicor 20mg Tablet as it may cause low blood pressure.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Does Monicor 20mg Tablet affect heart rate?

    Yes, Monicor 20mg Tablet may affect the heart rate. Monicor 20mg Tablet causes a decrease in blood pressure. This decrease in blood pressure further causes a decrease in the heart rate (bradycardia). In some cases, it may also cause an increase in the heart rate (tachycardia). Consult your doctor in case you do not feel well after taking this medicine or if you notice a change in your heart rate.

  • What if I forget to take a dose of Monicor 20mg Tablet?

    You can take the forgotten dose of Monicor 20mg Tablet if you remember it within 12 hours. However, if you remember it after 12 hours of the scheduled time, then skip the missed dose and continue with the next dose.

  • Can I stop taking Monicor 20mg Tablet after sometime?

    No, do not stop taking this medicine without talking to your doctor. Stopping it suddenly may increase your chances of having an anginal attack. If you have any concerns regarding Monicor 20mg Tablet consult your doctor.

  • What are the symptoms of an overdose of Monicor 20mg Tablet?

    Taking more than the recommended dose of Monicor 20mg Tablet may cause throbbing headache, reddening of the skin, chills along with sweating, nausea, vomiting, and a fast heartbeat. Seek emergency help and consult your doctor immediately if you take more than the recommended dose of this medicine.

  • Can Monicor 20mg Tablet be taken at night?

    Depending upon the dose, your doctor may recommend you to take this medicine once or twice daily. When a single dose is recommended, then it is preferred to be taken in the morning. If taking it twice a day, maintain a gap of 7 hours between the two doses. This helps decrease the chances of Monicor 20mg Tablet becoming ineffective (tolerance) after some time.

  • Does Monicor 20mg Tablet lower BP?

    Yes, Monicor 20mg Tablet can cause a fall in blood pressure. This medicine widens the blood vessels and decreases the resistance in them, causing a fall in blood pressure. This fall in blood pressure may in turn decrease the heartbeat which can lead to angina. This medicine should be avoided in people who already have low blood pressure. Discuss with your doctor if you have any concerns.

  • Can I take sildenafil while taking Monicor 20mg Tablet?

    No, you should not take sildenafil along with Monicor 20mg Tablet. Both these medicines lower blood pressure and belong to the same class. Taking these two medicines together may cause a severe decrease in blood pressure, fainting, and even a heart attack. Along with this, also avoid taking other medicines belonging to similar classes such as vardenafil and tadalafil.

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