Patient/caregiver was educated on the precautions to be observed while taking isosorbide dinitrate as follows: Avoid using isosorbide dinitrate 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 [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the precautions to be observed while taking isosorbide dinitrate 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 dinitrate 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 [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the precautions to be observed while taking isosorbide dinitrate 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 [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on the side-effects of using isosorbide dinitrate as follows: General allergic reactions Isosorbide dinitrate 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 [...]

Patient/caregiver was educated on contraindications for using isosorbide dinitrate as follows: Isosorbide dinitrate 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 dinitrate, report this to your physician immediately. Do not use this medication if you have history of allergy or serious side-effects to isosorbide dinitrate or any other organic nitrate medications, such as, isosorbide mononitrate and [...]