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Isosorbide Dinitrate
How Isosorbide Dinitrate works
Isosorbide Dinitrate 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, Flushing of face, Dizziness, Increased heart rate, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Usage
Isosorbide Dinitrate is used in the treatment of chest pain (Angina) and heart failure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Isosorbide Dinitrate and what is it used for?Isosorbide Dinitrate is used to prevent and treat angina pectoris and as an adjunctive treatment in severe acute or chronic congestive cardiac failure.
Q. How does Isosorbide Dinitrate work?Isosorbide Dinitrate belongs to a group of medicines called organic nitrates and it works by widening the blood vessels in your heart to allow an increased amount of blood flow to areas which need it.
Q. Does Isosorbide Dinitrate lower heart rate?No, Isosorbide Dinitrate is not known to lower heart rate.
