Generic Monoket

Description

Active Ingredient

This medication is composed of Isosorbide Mononitrate, which is an organic nitrate with vasodilator activity. It relaxes vascular smooth muscle by the production of free radical nitric oxide. It is identical to the endothelium-derived relaxing factor. This factor activates guanylyl cyclase to increase the synthesis of cGMP within a smooth muscle that leads to in dephosphorylation of light chain myosin. Additionally, it relaxes coronary arteries to maximize blood circulation through the ischemic area.

Indications

This medication is indicated to prevent chest pain like angina in people with a certain heart condition. Monoket is a member of a class of drugs known as nitrates that acts by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more smoothly to the heart.

It does not relieve chest pain once it occurs. This medication is not approved to be consumed just before physical activities like exercise or sexual intercourse to prevent chest pain.

Side Effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Flushing
• Orthostatic Hypotension

Interaction

• Sildenafil
• Tadalafil
• Udenafil
• Vardenafil

Action Mechanism

This mentioned medicine has Isosorbide mononitrate as the main active component, which is called nitrates. Monoket relaxes the blood vessels and maximizes the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart while decreasing its workload. It can also be used for the prevention of angina attacks from occurring if used for longer times.

Dosages

This medication is available in various dosages as mentioned below:

• 20 mg: It should be taken twice a day as advised by the doctor
• 30 mg: Take this tablet twice a day as mentioned in the prescription by the doctor
• 60 mg: This medication must be consumed once or twice as directed by the doctor.

Note

Avoid doing heavy or any work that requires alertness. This drug may cause dizziness or drowsiness.