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Isosorbide Mononitrate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: APO-ISMN

Strength: 60 mg | Form: Extended Release Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 50.60

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Isosorbide Mononitrate

Class: | Nitrate vasodilator Use: | Management of angina pectoris due to coronary artery disease Adult dose: | 30 mg to 120 mg once daily, typically starting at 30 mg to 60 mg Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients Side effects: | Headache, dizziness, hypotension, flushing, nausea Contraindications: | Hypersensitivity to isosorbide mononitrate or other nitrates, severe anemia, closed-angle glaucoma, concurrent use with phosphodiesterase inhibitors (

Drug Class

Nitrate vasodilator

Uses & Indications

Management of angina pectoris due to coronary artery disease

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20°C to 25°C or 68°F to 77°F), away from moisture and heat

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Apotex Inc., CANADA

Package Size

100's Bottle

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 50.60

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

30 mg to 120 mg once daily, typically starting at 30 mg to 60 mg

Pediatric Dose

Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients

Side Effects

Headache, dizziness, hypotension, flushing, nausea

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to isosorbide mononitrate or other nitrates, severe anemia, closed-angle glaucoma, concurrent use with phosphodiesterase inhibitors (e.g., sildenafil), and severe hypotension

Important Warnings

Use with caution in patients with hypotension, hypovolemia, or those taking antihypertensive medications; may cause tolerance with prolonged use; abrupt discontinuation may lead to rebound angina.

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Isosorbide Mononitrate available in UAE pharmacies:

APO-ISMN 60 mg Extended Release Tablets DURIDE 60 mg Extended Release Tablets ELANTAN 20 mg Tablets ELANTAN 40 mg Tablets ELANTAN LONG 50 mg Sustained Release Capsules IMDUR 60 mg Extended Release Tablets IMDUR 60 mg Tablets ISOSORBIDE 10 mg Tablets ISOSORBIDE 5 mg Tablets ISOSORBIDE MONONITRATE 20 mg Tablets

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See also: Other Nitrate vasodilator medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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