How Isosorbide Mononitrate works

Isosorbide Mononitrate is a nitrate.It reduces the workload of the heart. As a result, the heart muscle does not need as much blood and oxygen supply.

Side Effects

Headache, Dizziness, Increased heart rate, Flushing of face, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)

Usage

Isosorbide Mononitrate is used in the treatment of chest pain (Angina).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Does Isosorbide Mononitrate cause erectile dysfunction (ed)/ lower blood pressure/hair loss?

Isosorbide Mononitrate does not cause erectile dysfunction but should not be used with the drugs such as Viagra used to treat ED. Low blood pressure is a common side effect of Isosorbide Mononitrate. Hair loss is not common, but may occur in some especially in older (60+) females

Q. Is isosorbide mononitrate the same as isosorbide dinitrate?

Isosorbide mononitrate is the active metabolite of isosorbide dinitrate and is primarily used in the management of chronic stable angina. It has high bioavailability and a longer half-life (4-6 hours) than isosorbide dinitrate

Q. Can Isosorbide Mononitrate get you high?

No, Isosorbide Mononitrate does not get you high

Q. Is isosorbide mononitrate a beta blocker/ a blood thinner/ a calcium channel blocker/a statin /ace inhibitor/ a diuretic/ a narcotic?

No, isosorbide mononitrate is vasodilator. It is not a beta blocker, a blood thinner, a calcium channel blocker, ace inhibitor/ a diuretic or a statin. It is not a narcotic but narcotic symptoms may develop in some people

Q. Can Isosorbide Mononitrate be crushed/ cut half/ be split?

Do not crush, split, cut half or chew the Isosorbide Mononitrate tablets. Its efficacy may get reduce. Always follow your doctor’s advice regarding its use

Q. Can i take paracetamol with isosorbide mononitrate?

No interactions are found for paracetamol with isosorbide mononitrate, but it does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult with your doctor or pharmacist

Q. Can Isosorbide Mononitrate be taken at night?

It is better to take Isosorbide Mononitrate in the morning during the time patients are active and leave them drug free during sleep.