Description
Sorbitrate 5
ABOUT THE DRUG:
Isosorbide Dinitrate is the drug that belongs to nitrate class of drugs. Isosorbide Dinitrate is the drug that is primarily used in the treatment of Angina Pectoris.
USES OF THE DRUG:
This is a nitrate class drug that is efficient in treating Angina Pectoris or at least reducing the occurrence of this problem. The problem of angina pain is most common in patients with certain heart problems like coronary artery disease.
Angina pain is the chest pain that arises often due to the obstructions in the coronary arteries.
WORKING OF THE DRUG:
Isosorbide Dinitrate works similar to the active moiety isosorbide mononitrate. This drug reduces the overall load on the heart to pump the blood by causing the arterial and venous dilations. Along with the reduced workload of the heart the medicine also improves the balance of oxygen demand and supply of the Myocardium.
MANUFACTURER:
Sorbitrate 5 mg is manufactured by Abbott India, a famous pharmaceutical company. It is available on our website and you can buy Sorbitrate 5 mg online from 24x7pharma.com.
DOSAGE FORM AND STRENGTHS:
Isosorbide Dinitrate tablets are available in following strength on our website:
Sorbitrate 5 mg
Sorbitrate 10 mg
You can easily buy Sorbitrate 5 mg online from 24x7pharma.com.
DO NOT TAKE THIS DRUG IF YOU:
Do not take the drug if you:
Are dehydrated or are on low salt diet
Are pregnant or planning to conceive
Are breastfeeding as the drug may pass into the milk and harm the newborn
TELL YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU:
Have an allergy to isosorbide or any other ingredient of the drug
Have heart diseases like congestive heart failure
Have low blood pressure
Have kidney disease
Have liver disease
Have diabetes
HOW MUCH TO TAKE THE DRUG?
Generally, this tablet is advised to be taken once in a day. Always take the dose as prescribed by the physician. It is very important to consume medicine timely. Various factors are observed before prescribing a drug. Doctor will prescribe the best suitable dose for you. Dosage can be adjusted depending upon the patients severity of the condition.
HOW TO TAKE THE DRUG?
You must swallow the whole tablet with one glass full of water. Do not crush or chew it. You can take it with or without food. It is best to take it at the same time daily because that way it is able to show best results and also helps to remember the time to take the drug. Dose adjustments are done on the basis of blood pressure levels. Always take the medicine as instructed by the doctor.
FOR HOW LONG TO TAKE IT?
It is important to take the drug as instructed by your doctor. The sudden discontinuance of medicine can cause undesirable reactions. So, it is necessary that before stopping the drug intake, you should always consult a physician first.
OVERDOSE:
You may need urgent medical attention for this you can call your doctor immediately or can visit the nearest health care center. You may feel dizziness, fainting and lightheadedness.
MISS DOSE:
Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, then skip the dose and take your next dose at the correct time. Do not double up the dose to compensate for the missed one.
SIDE EFFECTS OF SORBITRATE 5MG:
SERIOUS
Mild dizziness
Troubled breathing
Stomach pain /nausea
Dry cough/dry mouth
Pain or stiffness in joints
Fever
Sore throat
Headache
Chest pain
Chest tightness
Fast/irregular heartbeats
Pale or yellowing of skin
Skin rashes, itching and hives
Swelling of mouth, face and lips
COMMON DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Always inform your doctor about the drugs you are taking till date. Give a complete list of prescription or non prescription drugs and any other disease conditions. This way, the doctor is able to decide and give you the list of drugs and other things that may interact with Isosorbide Dinitrate. Drugs listed below may interact with Isosorbide Dinitrate can hinder its normal functioning:
Blood pressure medications
Erectile dysfunction drugs like Tadalafil and Vardenafil
Beta blocker drugs like Atenolol
Lithium supplements
Aspirin
Aliskiren
NSAIDs like Ibuprofen and Naproxen
Drospirenone and other birth control pills
Cough and cold medicines
Do not start, stop or change the dosage of any drug before checking them first with the doctor. Discuss the full list of drugs that you might be taking with your doctor
THINGS TO REMEMBER:
Take the drug at the regular time intervals
This drug causes dizziness so avoid driving and machinery after consuming it as these works require extreme alertness
Do not share your medicine with any other person even if you feel that the symptoms are same
Isosorbide Dinitrate makes the skin prone to tanning. So, avoid coming into contact with the sun and wear protective clothing and sunscreen that provides shielding.
Avoid standing up or getting up from a lying position very fast as it may cause you dizziness
Older people are more sensitive to the side effects of this drug
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Sorbitrate 5 Tablet must be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Place the tablet under the tongue or between the cheek and gum, and let it dissolve. It is usually taken as needed, either 5 to 10 minutes before physical activities or at the first sign of angina.
You should take the medicine as it is prescribed for you and keep taking it, even if you feel well. If you stop taking it suddenly your risk of an angina attack will increase. Lifestyle changes such as diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this drug 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.
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most common side effects
If you are worried, or the symptoms do not go away, let your doctor know.
Some of these can be reduced by taking painkillers, drinking plenty of fluids, and avoiding alcohol. Alcohol may increase some side effects (dizziness, drowsiness, feeling light-headed, or fainting).
Medical tests (such as blood pressure) may be required to monitor your progress and check for side effects.
USES OF SORBITRATE SUBLINGUAL TABLET
- Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
BENEFITS OF SORBITRATE SUBLINGUAL TABLET
In Prevention of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
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.
SIDE EFFECTS OF SORBITRATE SUBLINGUAL TABLET
Common side effects of Sorbitrate
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Lightheadedness
- Nausea
HOW TO USE SORBITRATE SUBLINGUAL TABLET
HOW SORBITRATE SUBLINGUAL TABLET WORKS
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
Pregnancy
Breast feeding
Driving
Kidney
However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease.
Liver
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