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Isordil Drug Center

Pharmacy Editor: Charles Patrick Davis, MD, PhD

Isordil (isosorbide dinitrate) is a nitrate indicated for the prevention of angina due to coronary artery disease and congestive heart failure. It is available as a generic termed isosorbide dinitrate. Common side effects include headache, weakness, mild dizziness and skin changes such as redness, tingling or warmth.

Isordil (isosorbide dinitrate) tablets come in strengths of 5 or 40 mg of isosorbide dinitrate. Doses it titrated to effectiveness. Serious side effects include heart rate changes, increased angina, syncopy or near-syncopy, nausea and vomiting, sweating, pale skin, blurry vision and shortness of breath. Do not take this drug with Viagra; life-threatening side effects may occur. It is not known if Isordil affects the fetus in pregnant women or if it occurs in breast milk. Safety and effectiveness of Isordil in pediatric patients have not been established.

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Isordil Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

Isordil® (isosorbide dinitrate) Titradose® tablets are indicated for the prevention of angina pectoris due to coronary artery disease. The onset of action of immediate-release oral isosorbide dinitrate is not sufficiently rapid for this product to be useful in aborting an acute anginal episode.

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Isordil 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;
  • worsening angina pain;
  • blurred vision or dry mouth;
  • nausea, vomiting, sweating, pale skin, feeling like you might pass out; or
  • blue-colored skin, tiredness, and feeling short of breath.

Less serious side effects may be more likely to oc...

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