Isosorbide Mononitrate: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Isosorbide Mononitrate is a long-acting nitrate. It is a prescription medicine used for prevention of angina (chest pain). In Pakistan it is available as tablets and capsules, made by 16 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Isosorbide Mononitrate works
It releases nitric oxide, which relaxes and widens blood vessels, so the heart needs less oxygen and receives more blood.
What is Isosorbide Mononitrate used for?
- Prevention of angina (chest pain)
Isosorbide Mononitrate is used to prevent angina attacks in people with coronary heart disease. It does not relieve an attack that has already started.
Side effects of Isosorbide Mononitrate
Common side effects of Isosorbide Mononitrate include:
- Headache, usually easing after a few days
- Flushing
- Dizziness when standing
- Nausea
Get urgent help if chest pain does not settle or you faint.
Precautions and warnings
- Never take it with sildenafil, tadalafil or similar medicines for erectile dysfunction, as blood pressure can fall dangerously.
- Keep a fast-acting nitrate spray or tablet for sudden chest pain if prescribed.
- Do not stop it suddenly.
- Tell your doctor if you have low blood pressure, anaemia or glaucoma.
Frequently asked questions about Isosorbide Mononitrate
What is the price of Isosorbide Mononitrate in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Isosorbide Mononitrate products currently in stock range from Rs 2 to Rs 769 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Elantan 50mg Capsule at Rs 2. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Isosorbide Mononitrate are available in Pakistan?
Isosorbide Mononitrate is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Elantan (Atco Laboratories Ltd), Isotrate (Mass Pharma Ltd), Isotab (Efroze Chemical Industries (PVT.) Ltd), Monsorbid (Brookes Pharmaceutical Labs (Pak) Ltd), Monotab (Epla), Isotime (Scotman Pharmaceuticals), Monsor (Unimark) and Sequence (Werrick Pharmaceuticals Pakistan Ltd), along with 9 more brands listed below.Do I need a prescription for Isosorbide Mononitrate?
Yes. Isosorbide Mononitrate is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Are all Isosorbide Mononitrate brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Isosorbide Mononitrate in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Isosorbide Mononitrate brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 20+ products containing Isosorbide Mononitrate from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
