Angina:
Indications for: Isosorbide mononitrate extended-release
Prevention of angina. Not for acute attacks.
Adult Dosage:
Do not crush or chew. Take with fluid. Initially 30–60mg once daily in the AM. May increase to 120mg once daily; usual max 240mg once daily.
Children Dosage:
Not recommended.
Isosorbide mononitrate extended-release Contraindications:
Concomitant sildenafil.
Isosorbide mononitrate extended-release Warnings/Precautions:
Acute MI. CHF. Hypotension. Volume depletion. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Monitor for tolerance. Pregnancy (Cat.B). Nursing mothers.
Isosorbide mononitrate extended-release Classification:
Nitrate.
Isosorbide mononitrate extended-release Interactions:
See Contraindications. Severe hypotension with sildenafil. Orthostatic hypotension with alcohol, calcium channel blockers.
Adverse Reactions:
Headache, dizziness, hypotension.
Note:
Formerly known under the brand name Imdur.
How Supplied:
Contact supplier.
