Solotrate 20mg Tablet
Introduction to Solotrate 20mg Tablet
- It contains Isosorbide Mononitrate, a nitrate medication used to prevent angina pectoris (chest pain) caused by coronary artery disease.
- It helps to relax and widen blood vessels, making it easier for blood to flow to the heart.
Safety Advice for Solotrate 20mg Tablet
- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
Limit alcohol consumption as it can increase the risk of dizziness and low blood pressure.
Consult your doctor before using this medication during pregnancy.
Consult your doctor before using this medication while breastfeeding.
Avoid driving if you experience dizziness, and lightheadedness.
No specific precautions for kidney disease but consult your healthcare provider.
No specific precautions for liver disease but consult your healthcare provider.
How Solotrate 20mg Tablet works
Isosorbide Mononitrate: Works by relaxing and dilating blood vessels, which reduces the workload on the heart and increases the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart muscle. This helps to prevent and relieve chest pain.
How To Use Solotrate 20mg Tablet
- Dosage: Follow the dosage prescribed by your healthcare provider, typically one tablet two to three times daily.
- The exact dosage may vary based on individual needs and response to treatment.
- Administration: Take the tablet orally with a glass of water. It can be taken with or without food.
Special Precautions About Solotrate 20mg Tablet
- Inform your doctor if you have any known allergies to Isosorbide Mononitrate or other medications.
- Discuss with your doctor if you have any underlying health conditions, particularly low blood pressure, heart failure, severe anemia, or a history of heart attack or stroke.
Benefits Of Solotrate 20mg Tablet
- Prevents and relieves chest pain (angina).
- Improves blood flow to the heart.
- Reduces the frequency and severity of angina attacks.
Side Effects Of Solotrate 20mg Tablet
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Lightheadedness
- Flushing
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Low blood pressure (hypotension)
- Allergic reactions (rare)
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What If I Missed A Dose Of Solotrate 20mg Tablet
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
- If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose.
- Do not double the dose to catch up.
Health And Lifestyle
Drug Interaction
- Phosphodiesterase inhibitors: Sildenafil (Viagra), tadalafil (Cialis), vardenafil (Levitra)
- Other Nitrates: Nitroglycerin, isosorbide dinitrate
- Blood Pressure Medications: Beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers
Drug Food Interaction
- Alcohol
Disease Explanation
Angina pectoris is a type of chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart. It is often triggered by physical activity or stress.
FAQ's on Solotrate 20mg Tablet
Can I stop taking Solotrate after sometime?
No, do not stop taking this medicine without talking to your doctor. Stopping it suddenly may increase your chances of having anginal attack. If you have any concerns regarding Solotrate consult your doctor.
Does Solotrate affect heart rate?
Yes, Solotrate may affect the heart rate. Solotrate causes a decrease in the blood pressure. This decrease in blood pressure further causes a decrease in the heart rate (bradycardia). In some cases, it may also cause an increase in the heart rate (tachycardia). Consult your doctor in case you do not feel well after taking this medicine or if you notice a change in your heart rate.
Can Solotrate be taken at night?
Depending upon the dose, your doctor may recommend you to take this medicine once or twice daily. When a single dose is recommended, then it is preferred to be taken in the morning. If taking it twice a day, maintain a gap of 7 hours between the two doses. This helps decrease the chances of Solotrate becoming ineffective (tolerance) after sometime.
What if I forget to take a dose of Solotrate?
You can take the forgotten dose of Solotrate if you remember it within 12 hours. However, if you remember it after 12 hours of the scheduled time, then skip the missed dose and continue with the next dose.
Can I take sildenafil while taking Solotrate?
No, you should not take sildenafil along with Solotrate. Both these medicines lower blood pressure and belong to the same class. Taking these two medicines together may cause severe decrease in blood pressure, fainting and even a heart attack. Along with this, also avoid taking other medicines belonging to similar class such as vardenafil and tadalafil.
What are the symptoms of an overdose of Solotrate?
Taking more than the recommended dose of Solotrate may cause throbbing headache, reddening of the skin, chills along with sweating, nausea, vomiting and a fast heartbeat. Seek emergency help and consult your doctor immediately if you take more than the recommended dose of this medicine.
Does Solotrate lower BP?
Yes, Solotrate can cause a fall in blood pressure. This medicine widens the blood vessels and decreases the resistance in them, causing a fall in blood pressure. This fall in blood pressure may in turn decrease the heartbeat which can lead to angina. This medicine should be avoided in people who already have low blood pressure. Discuss with your doctor if you have any concerns.
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- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
Limit alcohol consumption as it can increase the risk of dizziness and low blood pressure.
Consult your doctor before using this medication during pregnancy.
Consult your doctor before using this medication while breastfeeding.
Avoid driving if you experience dizziness, and lightheadedness.
No specific precautions for kidney disease but consult your healthcare provider.
No specific precautions for liver disease but consult your healthcare provider.