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Ismo (Isosorbide Mononitrate)
Ismo can be prescribed to treatangina. Angina is a heart condition where blood flow to the heart is reduced, usually by blockages in blood vessels. Common symptoms include shortness of breath, weakness, tiredness, and pressing pain in the chest. Fact Table Formula C6H9NO6 License US FDA Bioavailability More than 95% Legal status Rx-only Chemical Name Isosorbide mononitrate Elimination half-life 5 hours Dosage (Strength) 20mg Pregnancy Not Recommended Brands Monoket, Imdur Protein binding Less than 5% PubChem CID 27661 MedlinePlus a682348 ChEBI 6062 ATC code C01DA14 DrugBank DB01020 KEGG D00630 Routes of administration By mouth

Ismo (Isosorbide Mononitrate)

  • The usual dosage is 20 mg by mouth twice daily. It should be taken seven hours apart, once upon waking and once again seven hours later. It is critical not to take this medication around the clock (every 12 hours) because this will cause tolerance to build and decrease Ismo's effectiveness.
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