Monit 10mg Tablet 15'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Isosorbide Mononitrate 10 mg Also Known As: Isosorbide-5-mononitrate
Manufacturer
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Variant
15 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
MONIT 10MG TABLET contains Isosorbide Mononitrate which belongs to the group of medicines called Nitrate vasodilators. It is used to manage angina pectoris and heart failure (when your heart cannot pump enough blood around the body). Angina pectoris is a type of chest pain caused when your heart muscle does not get enough blood supply. The pain is severe and crushing and it is characterized by a feeling of pressure and suffocation, behind the breastbone. Your doctor may advise you to follow lifestyle changes such as diet changes (taking foods low in fat, salt or sugar) and do regular mild exercises to achieve better results during management with this medicine. MONIT 10MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with heart problems such as circulatory collapse, cardiogenic shock, hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy (a thickened heart muscle), cardiac tamponade (accumulation of fluid around the heart), severe anemia (low-level of red blood cells) and severe hypovolemia (decreased blood volume). Before taking MONIT 10MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney problems, hypothyroidism and low body temperature (hypothermia). MONIT 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women, so consult your doctor before taking it. It is not recommended for use in children and should be used with caution in elderly patients. The common
Uses
OF MONIT 10MG TABLETManages Angina Pectoris (chest pain) and heart failure
How It Works
MONIT 10MG TABLET helps to relax the blood vessels and muscles of the heart, which causes the space in
Directions for Use
Take MONIT 10MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of MONIT 10MG TABLET for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking MONIT 10MG TABLET are headache, nausea, vomiting and low blood pressure. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen. USES OF MONIT 10MG TABLETManages Angina Pectoris (chest pain) and heart failure HOW MONIT 10MG TABLET WORKSMONIT 10MG TABLET helps to relax the blood vessels and muscles of the heart, which causes the space inside the blood vessels to widen. This helps to ease the flow of blood in the blood vessels of the heart and provides relief from the pain associated with the blockage of vessels as seen in angina. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake MONIT 10MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of MONIT 10MG TABLET for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF MONIT 10MG TABLETCOMMON headache nausea, vomiting decreased blood pressure (hypotension) drop in blood pressure when standing up or moving suddenly (postural hypotension). accompanied by a fast heartbeat, dizziness or feeling weak UNCOMMON skin flushing drop in blood pressure may lead to an increase in chest pain (exacerbation of angina pectoris symptoms) collapse state (sometimes with slowing of the heartbeat and fainting) RAREStop taking MONIT 10MG TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: chest pain or experiencing worsening of chest pain
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYMonitoring requiredMONIT 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women and those who are planning for pregnancy unless considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking MONIT 10MG TABLET. BREASTFEEDINGMonitoring requiredMONIT 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women unless considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking MONIT 10MG TABLET. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or operate any machines if you experience blurred vision, dizziness or light-headedness after standing up or moving suddenly after taking MONIT 10MG TABLET. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking MONIT 10MG TABLET because it might increase the risk of dizziness and fainting due to a reduction in blood pressure. KIDNEYUse with CautionMONIT 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe problems in the kidney. Consult your doctor before taking MONIT 10MG TABLET. LIVERUse with CautionMONIT 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe problems in the liver. Consult your doctor before taking MONIT 10MG TABLET. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take MONIT 10MG TABLET if you are allergic to isosorbide mononitrate or other nitrates (such as isosorbide dinitrate) HEART DISEASEConsult your doctorMONIT 10MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with circulatory collapse or shock, cardiogenic shock, acute myocardial infarction with low left ventricular filling pressure, hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy (a thickened heart muscle), constrictive pericarditis (an inflammation of the heart sac), cardiac tamponade (accumulation of fluid around the heart) and aortic/mitral valve stenosis (narrowing of heart valves). It should be used with caution in patients with a recent history of myocardial infarction (heart attack). Consult your doctor before taking MONIT 10MG TABLET. USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedMONIT 10MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children due to lack of safety and effectiveness. Consult your child’s doctor for advice. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionMONIT 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSMONIT 10MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have: marked low blood pressure (systolic blood pressure ≤ 90 mmHg) severe anemia (low level of red blood cells) closed angle glaucoma (high pressure in the eye) conditions associated with raised pressure on the brain (following head trauma and cerebral haemorrhage) severe hypovolemia (decreased blood volume) Before taking MONIT 10MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have hypothyroidism suffer from malnutrition have low body temperature (hypothermia)
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions Before taking MONIT 10MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: medicines used to manage male impotency (Ex. sildenafil, tadalafil, alprostadil) medicines used to manage high blood pressure such as calcium channel blockers (Ex. verapamil), angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (Ex. captopril, lisinopril), angiotensin II receptor blockers (Ex. azilsartan, candesartan), beta-blockers (Ex, metoprolol, atenolol) and diuretics (Ex. hydrochlorothiazide) aldesleukin (used for cancer management) sapropterin (used to lower phenylalanine levels in the blood of patients with phenylketonuria) neuroleptics (Ex. haloperidol, trifluoperazine) (used to manage psychiatric disorders) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of MONIT 10MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage are nausea, vomiting, restlessness, warm flushed skin, blurred vision, headache, fainting, fast heartbeat, low blood pressure, palpitations, bluish discolouration of the skin and mucous membranes due to reduced oxygen content of the blood, shortness of breath, rapid shallow breathing (tachypnoea) and increased pressure within the skull (intracranial pressure) may occur. SYNOPSIS Drug : Isosorbide mononitrate Pharmacological Category : Nitrate vasodilators Therapeutic Indication : Angina, Heart failure Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule MORE INFORMATIONSTORAGE Keep MONIT 10MG TABLET out of reach of children. Store at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Monit 10mg Tablet 15'S.
What is MONIT 10MG TABLET used for?
MONIT 10MG TABLET is used to manage angina pectoris and heart failure (when your heart cannot pump enough blood around the body). Angina pectoris is a type of chest pain caused when your heart muscle does not get enough blood supply. The pain is severe and crushing and it is characterized by a feeling of pressure and suffocation, behind the breastbone.
Can MONIT 10MG TABLET be used in elderly patients?
Yes, MONIT 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Your doctor may adjust the dose of MONIT 10MG TABLET due to the increased risk of side effects in elderly individuals. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Is MONIT 10MG TABLET safe to use during pregnancy?
MONIT 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women and who are planning for pregnancy unless considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking MONIT 10MG TABLET if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant.
What are the common side effects of MONIT 10MG TABLET?
The common side effects of taking MONIT 10MG TABLET are headache, nausea, vomiting and low blood pressure. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.
Can I drive or operate machines after taking MONIT 10MG TABLET?
Do not drive or operate any machines if you experience blurred vision, dizziness or light-headedness after standing up or moving suddenly. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Last Updated
02 Sep 2024