Nitrofix SR 60mg Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Isosorbide Mononitrate 60 mg Also Known As: Isosorbide-5-mononitrate
Manufacturer
Micro Labs Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET contains Isosorbide Mononitrate which beloqngs to the group of medicines called Nitrate vasodilators. It is used to manage angina pectoris, which 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 feeling of pressure and suffocation, behind 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. NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with heart problems such as constrictive pericarditis, cardiac tamponade, heart attack, aortic stenosis, mitral stenosis, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, very low blood pressure and close angle glaucoma. Before taking NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney problems, hypothyroidism and low body temperature (hypothermia). NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET is not recommended for use during the first three months of pregnancy and it is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women unless clearly advised by the doctor. NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children and should be used with caution in elderly patients. The common
Uses
OF NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET Manage angina pectoris (chest pain)
How It Works
NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET helps to relax the blood vessels and muscles of the heart, which causes the space in
Directions for Use
Take NITROFIX SR 60MG 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 NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET are headache, dizziness and nausea. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen. USES OF NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET Manage angina pectoris (chest pain) HOW NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET WORKSNITROFIX SR 60MG 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 NITROFIX SR 60MG 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 NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLETCOMMON low blood pressure (which may make you feel faint or dizzy) faster heartbeat (tachycardia) headache, dizziness nausea UNCOMMON vomiting diarrhea RARE fainting rash, itchy skin
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYContraindicatedNITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET is not recommended for use during the first three months of pregnancy. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGMonitoring requiredNITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women unless considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or operate any machines if you experience dizziness after taking NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET. KIDNEYUse with CautionNITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERUse with CautionNITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET if you are allergic to isosorbide mononitrate or other ingredients of this medicine. HEART DISEASEConsult your doctorNITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with constrictive pericarditis (inflammation of the lining around the heart), cardiac tamponade (where the fluid around the heart puts pressure on the heart), heart attack, aortic stenosis (narrowing of the main artery coming from the heart), mitral stenosis (narrowing of the mitral valve on the left side the heart), hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (condition in which the heart muscle becomes abnormally thick). It should be used with caution in patients with serious damage to the heart. Consult your doctor before taking it. USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedNITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children. Consult your child’s doctor for advice. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionNITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSNITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you have: very low blood pressure a condition which can increase the pressure on the brain (such as recent serious head injury and bleeding into the brain (cerebral hemorrhage)) severe anemia (reduction in the number of red blood cells) closed angle glaucoma Before taking NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have hypothyroidism suffer from malnutrition have low body temperature (hypothermia)
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions Before taking NITROFIX SR 60MG 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), betablockers (Ex, metoprolol, atenolol) and diuretics (Ex. hydrochlorothiazide) aldesleukin (used for the management of cancer) benzodiazepines such as temazepam (used to manage insomnia) tricyclic antidepressants such as amitriptyline (used to manage depression) neuroleptics (Ex. haloperidol, trifluoperazine) (used to manage psychiatric disorders) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage are nausea, vomiting, pulsing headache, reddening of the skin, cold perspiration and fast heart beat. SYNOPSIS Drug : Isosorbide mononitrate Pharmacological Category : Nitrate vasodilators Therapeutic Indication : Angina, Heart failure Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule MORE INFORMATION Keep NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET out of reach of children Store at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Nitrofix SR 60mg Tablet 10'S.
What is NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET used for?
NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET is used to manage angina pectoris, which 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 feeling of pressure and suffocation, behind breastbone.
Can NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET be used in elderly patients?
Yes, NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients. Your doctor may adjust the dose of NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET due to increased risk of side effects in elderly individuals. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Is NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET safe to use during pregnancy?
NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET is not recommended for use during the first three months of pregnancy. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, consult your doctor before taking NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET.
What are the common side effects of NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET?
The common side effects of taking NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET are headache, faster heartbeat, dizziness, low blood pressure and nausea. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.
Is NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET safe to use in patients with liver problems?
NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Your doctor may monitor your liver function test before and during management with this medicine to manage the risk of any unusual effects. Consult your doctor before taking NITROFIX SR 60MG TABLET.
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Last Updated
14 Feb 2023