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Isordil 5 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Angina. Isordil 5 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Isordil 5 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Isordil 5 Mg Tablet include Peripheral Edema. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Isordil 5 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Isordil 5 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Isordil 5 Mg Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Isordil 5 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Isordil 5 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Isordil 5 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Isordil 5 Mg Tablet in conditions like Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension), Anemia. The section on Isordil 5 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Isordil 5 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Isordil 5 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Isordil 5 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Isordil 5 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Isordil 5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Isordil. If you are pregnant, do not take Isordil without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Isordil 5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Isordil for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Isordil 5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Isordil on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Isordil 5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Isordil on the liver.
What is the effect of Isordil 5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Isordil rarely affect the heart.
Isordil 5 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Isordil 5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Isordil 5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Isordil 5 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Isordil 5 Mg Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Isordil 5 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Isordil 5 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Isordil 5 Mg Tablet
Taking Isordil 5 Mg Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Isordil 5 Mg Tablet
Consuming Isordil 5 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, you can take paracetamol and Isordil together. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Isordil contains isosorbide dinitrate which is a vasodilator. It works by causing relaxation of vascular smooth muscle and dilation of the blood vessels (vasodilation) which promotes increase in oxygen and blood supply to the heart this also reduces the workload of the heart (reduces preload and afterload).
No, Isordil does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Isordil may lower blood pressure (hypotension) in some cases. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing lightheadedness or dizziness which is a symptom of low blood pressure (hypotension) then you are advised to lay down immediately till it subsides if it worsens then inform your doctor without further delay.
Yes, Isordil might lower heart rate (bradycardia) in some cases usually when the drug is taken in more than the recommended doses or if the patient has some medical condition such as hypovolemia.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Isordil® Titradose™ (isosorbide dinitrate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 543-544
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 653-654