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Ismo Drug Center
Pharmacy Editor: Charles Patrick Davis, MD, PhD
Ismo (isosorbide mononitrate) is a nitrate vasodilator used to treat angina, but not used to treat acute angina. Ismo is available as a generic with several names, but isosorbide mononitrate is the generic term. Common side effects include headache, skin warmth, nausea, vomiting, constipation, hot flashes, dry mouth and diarrhea.
Ismo (isosorbide mononitrate) is available in strength of 20 mg tablets .Dosage is usually 20mg twice a day, about 7 hours apart. Serious side effects of Ismo include irregular heart rates, syncopy or near-syncopy, chest pain and shortness of breath. Pregnant and breast-feeding women and their doctors should weigh the benefits versus the potential risks to the fetus or infant as the drug has not been studied in this population. In addition, the use of Ismo in the pediatric population has not been studied.
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Ismo Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
Ismo (isosorbide mononitrate) tablets are indicated for the prevention of angina pectoris due to coronary artery disease. The onset of action of oral isosorbide mononitrate is not sufficiently rapid for this product to be useful in aborting an acute anginal episode.
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What is Patient information?
Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.
Ismo Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
- fast, slow, pounding, or uneven heart rate;
- feeling like you might pass out;
- trouble breathing, blue-colored skin, tired feeling; or
- worsening angina pain.
Less serious side effects may include:
- headache, mild dizziness;
- warmth, redness, or tingling under your sk...
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What is Consumer information?
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Ismo Consumer Information: Uses
Isosorbide mononitrate is used to prevent chest pain (angina) in patients with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart.
This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. It is also not intended to be taken just before physical activities (such as exercise, sexual activity) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be needed in these situations. Consult your doctor for more details.
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