What is Imdur 60 mg?
Imdur 60mg contains Isosorbide Mononitrate and belongs to the class of drugs called nitrate vasodilators.
Imdur tablet is a prescription medicine that prevents and treats chest pain caused by the narrowing of the blood vessels that carry blood to the heart.
The pain is severe and is characterized by a feeling of suffocation and pressure behind your breastbone.
However, 60mg of Imdur will treat your angina attack that has started already.
Imdur tablet is also available under the brand name Isosorb Mono and can be purchased from licensed pharmacies after a doctor's prescription.
How does Imdur 60 mg work?
Isosorbide Mononitrate works by relaxing the blood vessels and muscles of the heart, which causes the space inside the blood vessels to widen.
Imdur further helps ease the blood flow in your heart's blood vessels and provides relief from pain linked to blockage of vessels, as experienced in angina.
How to take Imdur 60 mg?
Take the Imdur tablet exactly in the same way as directed by the doctor. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush, or break it.
The doctor will determine the correct dose and duration of Imdur 60mg based on your age, disease condition, and body weight.
60mg of Imdur tablet can be taken with or without food. Your dosage might change from time to time based on how well your body responds to the treatment.
Even if you feel well after a few days of treatment, continue taking the Imdur tablet unless your doctor prescribes that you stop.
Imdur tablet helps to prevent the risk of chest pain in the future. Stopping this medicine suddenly can increase the risk of chest pain.
Certain lifestyle changes like exercise, diet, and quitting smoking can help Imdur to work better.
What are the side effects of Imdur 60 mg?
Most side effects of Imdur tablets do not require medical attention; they disappear once your body adjusts to the medicine.
Some common side effects of Imdur 60 mg tablet include:
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Chest pain
- Flushing
- Allergic reaction
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Abdominal pain
Call your doctor immediately if any of the side effects persist or worsen.
What are the precautions and warnings related to Imdur 60 mg?
Doctors do not recommend Imdur 60mg to patients who are allergic to it, Isosorbide Mononitrate, or have other allergies.
Before starting your treatment with Imdur tablet, inform the doctor about your medical history, especially of:
- Heart failure
- Low blood pressure
- Kidney disorder
- Increased pressure in your eye
Also, let your doctor know about all other medications you take, as some might affect or be affected by the Imdur 60mg tablet.
During your treatment with 60mg of Imdur, do not take any medication for treating erectile dysfunction.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult the doctor before taking Imdur to make sure this medicine is suitable.
The doctor will regularly monitor your blood pressure and heart rate during the Imdur treatment.
Do not suggest Imdur 60mg with other people, even if they suffer from similar symptoms as yours.
