Imdur Tablet PR (Isosorbide Mononitrate)
Imdur 60mg Tablet PR is used to prevent heart-related chest pain (angina). It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart.
INTRODUCTION
Imdur 60mg Tablet PR is used to prevent heart-related chest pain (angina). It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. This medicine will not treat an angina attack that has already begun.
Imdur 60mg Tablet PR may be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. This may change from time to time depending on how well they are working. You should take this medicine as it has been prescribed and keep taking it, even if you feel well. This medicine helps to prevent chest pain in the future. If you stop taking it, your risk of chest pain will increase, especially if you stop taking them suddenly. Lifestyle changes such as diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medication work better.
You can develop tolerance to this medicine over time, which means that the same dose becomes less effective. You have to stick to a really specific dosing schedule to prevent this from happening.
The most common side effects include headache, flushing, upper respiratory tract infection, abdominal pain, allergic reaction, chest pain, and diarrhea. If these symptoms bother you or do not go away, your doctor may suggest ways of preventing or reducing them. Some can be reduced by taking painkillers, drinking plenty of fluids, and avoiding alcohol.
Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have low blood pressure, increased pressure in the eye (glaucoma), kidney disease, or heart failure. Also let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines as some may affect, or be affected by, this medicine and some may be dangerous to take with it. You should not take any medicine for erectile dysfunction with this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your doctor if this medicine is suitable. Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood pressure and heart rate during the treatment with this medicine.
Precautions of Imdur Tablet PR (Isosorbide Mononitrate)
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol while taking Imdur 60mg Tablet PR may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
Imdur 60mg Tablet PR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
Information regarding the use of Imdur 60mg Tablet PR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
Imdur 60mg Tablet PR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
Imdur 60mg Tablet PR is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Imdur 60mg Tablet PR is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
Imdur 60mg Tablet PR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Imdur 60mg Tablet PR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE IMDUR TABLET PR?
If you miss a dose of Imdur 60mg Tablet PR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
USES OF IMDUR TABLET PR
- Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
BENEFITS OF IMDUR TABLET PR
In Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Imdur 60mg Tablet PR reduces your risk of getting heart-related chest pain (angina attack). It does not treat an angina attack that has already begun and should not be used for this purpose. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels in the heart. This makes it easier for blood to flow to the heart, so it gets more oxygen. This medicine thus helps to increase your ability to exercise and go about your daily life more easily and confidently. It should be taken regularly to be effective.
HOW TO USE IMDUR TABLET PR
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Imdur 60mg Tablet PR may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW IMDUR TABLET PR WORKS
Imdur 60mg Tablet PR is a nitrate. It dilates peripheral arteries and veins. Dilation of the veins promotes peripheral pooling of blood and decreases venous return to the heart, thereby reducing workload of heart. As a result, the heart muscle does not need as much blood and oxygen supply.
SIDE EFFECTS OF IMDUR TABLET PR
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Imdur
- Headache
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Abdominal pain
- Allergic reaction
- Chest pain
- Diarrhea
FAQs
Q. Does Imdur 60mg Tablet PR affect heart rate?
Yes, Imdur 60mg Tablet PR may affect the heart rate. Imdur 60mg Tablet PR causes a decrease in blood pressure. This decrease in blood pressure further causes a decrease in the heart rate (bradycardia). In some cases, it may also cause an increase in the heart rate (tachycardia). Consult your doctor in case you do not feel well after taking this medicine or if you notice a change in your heart rate.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Imdur 60mg Tablet PR?
You can take the forgotten dose of Imdur 60mg Tablet PR if you remember it within 12 hours. However, if you remember it after 12 hours of the scheduled time, then skip the missed dose and continue with the next dose.
Q. Can I stop taking Imdur 60mg Tablet PR after sometime?
No, do not stop taking this medicine without talking to your doctor. Stopping it suddenly may increase your chances of having an anginal attack. If you have any concerns regarding Imdur 60mg Tablet PR consult your doctor.
Q. What are the symptoms of an overdose of Imdur 60mg Tablet PR?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Imdur 60mg Tablet PR may cause throbbing headache, reddening of the skin, chills along with sweating, nausea, vomiting, and a fast heartbeat. Seek emergency help and consult your doctor immediately if you take more than the recommended dose of this medicine.
Q. Can Imdur 60mg Tablet PR be taken at night?
Depending upon the dose, your doctor may recommend you to take this medicine once or twice daily. When a single dose is recommended, then it is preferred to be taken in the morning. If taking it twice a day, maintain a gap of 7 hours between the two doses. This helps decrease the chances of Imdur 60mg Tablet PR becoming ineffective (tolerance) after some time.
Q. Does Imdur 60mg Tablet PR lower BP?
Yes, Imdur 60mg Tablet PR can cause a fall in blood pressure. This medicine widens the blood vessels and decreases the resistance in them, causing a fall in blood pressure. This fall in blood pressure may in turn decrease the heartbeat which can lead to angina. This medicine should be avoided in people who already have low blood pressure. Discuss with your doctor if you have any concerns.
Q. Can I take sildenafil while taking Imdur 60mg Tablet PR?
No, you should not take sildenafil along with Imdur 60mg Tablet PR. Both these medicines lower blood pressure and belong to the same class. Taking these two medicines together may cause a severe decrease in blood pressure, fainting, and even a heart attack. Along with this, also avoid taking other medicines belonging to similar classes such as vardenafil and tadalafil.
| Manufacturer | : | AstraZeneca, India |
| Equivalent Brand | : | Isosorb Mono |
| Generic Search | : | Isosorbide Mononitrate |
