Brand name:
Duride
Pronounced: Du-rI-DE
Generic name: Isosorbide mononitrate
Other brand names: Ismo, Monoket
Why is Duride prescribed?
Duride is prescribed to prevent angina pectoris (crushing chest pain
that results when partially clogged arteries restrict the flow of needed
oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle). This medication does not relieve
angina attacks already underway.
Most important fact about Duride
Duride may cause severe low blood pressure (possibly marked by dizziness
or fainting), especially when you are standing or if you sit up quickly.
People taking blood pressure medication or those who have low blood
pressure should use Duride with caution.
How should you take Duride?
To maintain Duride's protective effect, it is important that you take
it exactly as prescribed.
Take Duride once a day, when you get up in the morning. It may be taken
with or without food. Duride tablets should not be crushed or chewed.
Swallow them with half a glass of liquid.
Do not switch to another brand of isosorbide mononitrate without consulting
your doctor or pharmacist.
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next
dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.
Do not take 2 doses at the same time.
Storage instructions...
Store at room temperature.
Duride side effects
Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity,
tell your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine
if it is safe for you to continue taking Duride.
Headache is the most common side effect; usually, aspirin or acetaminophen
will relieve the pain. The headaches associated with Duride usually
subside within a short time after treatment with the drug begins. Check
with your doctor if your headaches persist or become more intense.
Another common side effect is dizziness.
Why should Duride not be prescribed?
You should not take Duride if you have had a previous allergic reaction
to it or to other heart medications containing nitrates or nitrites.
Your doctor will probably not prescribe Duride
