Monotrate SR 30mg Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Isosorbide Mononitrate 30 mg Also Known As: Isosorbide-5-mononitrate
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET contains Isosorbide Mononitrate which belongs to the group of medicines called Nitrate vasodilators. It is used to manage chronic angina pectoris and it is not recommended for use in sudden or acute angina. Angina pectoris is defined as a sudden, sharp, severe pain originating from the apex of heart and radiating to the left shoulder. The pain is severe and crushing, and it is characterized by feeling of pressure and suffocation, behind breastbone. MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients suffering from lung disease that result in low levels of oxygen in the body (hypoxemia) or cardiac conditions such as low blood volume, low blood pressure, and thickened cardiac muscles (cardiac myopathy) or shock (vascular collapse). Before taking MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney diseases, glaucoma, thyroid problems, or if you suffer from low body temperature. 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. It is not recommended for use in children and should be used with caution in elderly patients. MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breast-feeding women, so consult your doctor before taking it. The common
Uses
OF MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET Manage Angina Pectoris (chest pain)
How It Works
MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET helps to relax the blood vessels and muscles of the heart, which causes the space in
Directions for Use
Take MONOTRATE SR 30MG 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 MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET are headache, tiredness, dizziness, nausea, decreased blood pressure (hypotension) and rapid heartbeat (palpitations). Consult your doctor if any of the above side effects worsen. USES OF MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET Manage Angina Pectoris (chest pain) HOW MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET WORKSMONOTRATE SR 30MG 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 blockage of vessels as seen in angina. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake MONOTRATE SR 30MG 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 MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLETCOMMON headache tiredness dizziness nausea decreased blood pressure (hypotension) rapid heartbeat (palpitations) UNCOMMON reddening of the face due to increased flow of blood (flushing) vomiting diarrhea RARE fainting or collapsing itchy skin rash Stop taking MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe decreased blood pressure (signs include pale and cold skin or skin having blue tinge, rapid and shallow breathing along with elevated heart rate, weak pulse resulting in dizziness, confusion and/or anxiety) loss of consciousness indicative of circulatory collapse which can result in insufficient supply of oxygen to the vital body organs like brain and kidneys
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYMonitoring requiredMONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women and who are planning for pregnancy unless considered clearly considered necessary. Consult your doctor before taking MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET. BREASTFEEDINGUse with CautionMONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET should be used with caution in breast-feeding women due to lack of safety data. Consult your doctor before taking MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy after taking MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET because it might increase the risk of dizziness and sometimes fainting also. KIDNEYContraindicatedMONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you had or have or suspect of having disorders of the kidney. Consult your doctor before taking MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET. LIVERContraindicatedMONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you had or have or suspect of having disorders of the liver. Consult your doctor before taking MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET if you are allergic to isosorbide mononitrate or other nitrates (such as isosorbide dinitrate). LUNGSContraindicatedMONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having lung disease resulting in low levels of oxygen in the body (hypoxaemia). Consult your doctor before taking it. HEART DISEASEContraindicatedMONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with sudden anginal attack, low blood volume, low blood pressure, thickened cardiac muscles (cardiac myopathy), hardened heart valves (stenosis), compression of the heart due to fluid around it (cardiac tamponade) and vascular collapse (shock). Consult your doctor before taking MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET. USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedMONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children. Consult child’s doctor for advice. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionMONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Your doctor may adjust the dose of MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET due to increased risk of side effects in elderly individuals. Consult your doctor before taking it OTHERSMONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have: elevated pressure inside the eyes (glaucoma) disease related to increased pressure inside the head (brain haemorrhage) a head injury Before taking MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: are diagnosed with an underactive thyroid gland are undernourished have a sustained low body temperature (hypothermia) have eye disorders
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions Before taking MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: medicines used to manage male impotency (Ex. sildenafil, tadalafil) medicines to manage high blood pressure such as calcium channel blockers (Ex. verapamil) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage are pulsating/throbbing headache, reddening of the skin along with an increase in the temperature, blurred vision, rapid drop in blood pressure and fainting. SYNOPSIS Drug : Isosorbide mononitrate Pharmacological Category : Nitrate vasodilators Therapeutic Indication : Angina Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule MORE INFORMATION Keep MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET out of reach of children. Store at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Monotrate SR 30mg Tablet 10'S.
What is MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET used for?
MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET is used to manage chronic angina pectoris (chest pain) and it is not recommended for use in sudden or acute angina. Angina pectoris is defined as a sudden, sharp, severe pain originating from the apex of heart and radiating to the left shoulder. The pain is severe and crushing, and it is characterized by feeling of pressure and suffocation, behind breastbone.
Can MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET be used in elderly patients?
Yes, MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Your doctor may adjust the dose of MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET due to increased risk of side effects in elderly individuals. Consult your doctor before taking it
Is MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET safe to use during pregnancy?
MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women and who are planning for pregnancy unless considered clearly considered necessary. Consult your doctor before taking MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant
Can MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET be used in patients with heart disease?
MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with sudden anginal attack, low blood volume, low blood pressure, thickened cardiac muscles (cardiac myopathy), hardened heart valves (stenosis), compression of the heart due to fluid around it (cardiac tamponade) and vascular collapse (shock). Consult your doctor before taking MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET.
What are the common side effects of MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET?
The common side effects of taking MONOTRATE SR 30MG TABLET are headache, tiredness, dizziness, nausea, decreased blood pressure (hypotension) and rapid heartbeat (palpitations). Consult your doctor if any of the side effect worsen or bothers you.
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