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Precautions to be Observed while Taking Isosorbide Mononitrate-3

Patient/caregiver was educated on the precautions to be observed while taking isosorbide mononitrate as follows: Avoid using isosorbide mononitrate with any medications used to treat erectile dysfunction, such as, Viagra. This can result in the side-effects getting compounded and lead to extremely dangerous hypotension and very rapid heart rate, severe chest pain and angina, and might also result in death. Symptoms of hypotension can occur secondary to arterial and venous vasodilation. Accommodation of more blood [...]

Precautions to be Observed while Taking Isosorbide Mononitrate-2

Patient/caregiver was educated on the precautions to be observed while taking isosorbide mononitrate as follows: Try changing the positions very slowly, as sudden change of positions can make the hypotensive episodes even worse and precipitate accidents and falls. Observe compliance with any regular lab work ordered. As isosorbide mononitrate is metabolized significantly in the liver and eliminated by the kidneys, hepatic and renal function could be periodically monitored. Avoid drinking any alcoholic beverages with isosorbide [...]

Precautions to be Observed while Taking Isosorbide Mononitrate-1

Patient/caregiver was educated on the precautions to be observed while taking isosorbide mononitrate as follows: Be aware of signs and symptoms of hypotension, to avoid any episodes of altered levels of consciousness and accidental falls. One should stay away from activities, such as, driving and operating heavy machinery, until they are used to the side effects caused by isosorbide. Be aware of signs and symptoms of tachycardia, as extremely high heart rate, secondary to use [...]

Side Effects of Isosorbide Mononitrate

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using isosorbide mononitrate as follows: General allergic reactions Isosorbide mononitrate use can result in general allergic reactions, such as, skin rashes, hives, and itching. Some patients can present with symptoms of angioneurotic edema, such as, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips, throat, and tongue, with consequent difficulty breathing. Seek emergency medical help for such findings, especially with difficulty breathing, for any appropriate measures to be considered. General constitutional [...]

Contraindications for Isosorbide Mononitrate Use

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using isosorbide mononitrate as follows: Isosorbide mononitrate is contraindicated in individuals with abnormally high heart rates. So, if your heart rate is being abnormally high (consistently more than 100), with the use of isosorbide mononitrate, report this to your physician immediately. Do not use this medication if you have history of allergy or serious side-effects to isosorbide mononitrate or any other organic nitrate medications, such as, isosorbide dinitrate and [...]