Imdur
Coronary Disease, Chest Pain
Treatment
3 Active Studies for Imdur
Treatment for
Coronary Disease
What is Imdur
Isosorbide mononitrate
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Isosorbide mononitrate is a medication used to treat chest pain (angina pectoris) caused by coronary artery disease. It works by relaxing the blood vessels to reduce the workload on the heart. It was approved by the FDA in 1991 and is available in oral tablets and extended-release forms under the brand name ISMO, Monoket, and Imdur. While it takes longer to start working than nitroglycerin, it lasts longer and is effective in preventing angina attacks.
Monoket
is the brand name
Imdur Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Monoket
Isosorbide mononitrate
1993
188
Effectiveness
How Imdur Affects Patients
Isosorbide mononitrate is a drug used to prevent and treat chest pain (angina). It works by releasing a compound called nitric oxide when it is metabolized. Nitric oxide causes veins and arteries to relax, which lowers the pressure in the veins returning to the heart, decreases the pressure in the aorta, and relaxes the blood vessels in the heart. This increases blood flow to the heart and reduces how much oxygen it needs. Isosorbide mononitrate takes effect within an hour and its effects can last up to 12 hours. It can also affect other types of smooth muscles like those
How Imdur works in the body
Isosorbide mononitrate helps the body produce nitric oxide, which relaxes the walls of blood vessels. This is done by increasing the levels of a molecule called cyclic GMP, which then triggers a chain reaction inside the cell that leads to reduced calcium levels. Lower calcium levels cause the muscles around the blood vessels to relax, widening the vessels and allowing more blood to flow.
When to interrupt dosage
The dose of Imdur is contingent upon the diagnosed condition. The quantity of dosage fluctuates depending on the mode of delivery (e.g. Tablet or Tablet, extended release) as depicted in the table below.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Coronary Disease
120.0 mg, , 30.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 10.0 mg
, Tablet, extended release, Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Chest Pain
120.0 mg, , 30.0 mg, 60.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 10.0 mg
, Tablet, extended release, Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Tablet, coated - Oral
Warnings
Imdur Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Isosorbide Mononitrate may interact with Pulse Frequency
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Imdur.
Common Imdur Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Riociguat
Major
Isosorbide mononitrate may increase the hypotensive activities of Riociguat.
Sildenafil
Major
The risk or severity of hypotension can be increased when Isosorbide mononitrate is combined with Sildenafil.
Abacavir
Minor
Isosorbide mononitrate may decrease the excretion rate of Abacavir which could result in a higher serum level.
Acebutolol
Minor
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Isosorbide mononitrate is combined with Acebutolol.
Aclidinium
Minor
Isosorbide mononitrate may decrease the excretion rate of Aclidinium which could result in a higher serum level.
Imdur Toxicity & Overdose Risk
The lowest toxic dose of isosorbide mononitrate in rats has been shown to be 2010mg/kg and 1771mg/kg in mice. Overdosing on this drug can cause a range of symptoms such as dilation of blood vessels, low blood pressure, headache, confusion, dizziness, palpitations, visual disturbances, nausea and vomiting, shortness of breath, fever, chills, heart blocks and bradycardia, paralysis, coma, seizures and even death. Treatment for overdose includes increasing the patient’s central fluid volume by elevating their legs and administering intravenous normal saline solution.
Imdur Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Imdur?
11 active studies are currently in progress to examine the potential of Imdur to alleviate Chest Pain.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Coronary Disease
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Chest Pain
2 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3
Imdur Reviews: What are patients saying about Imdur?
5
Patient Review
5/12/2015
Imdur for Chronic Stable Angina
5
Patient Review
10/30/2018
Imdur for Chronic Heart Failure
4.7
Patient Review
6/18/2014
Imdur for Angina Pectoris Prevention
4.3
Patient Review
10/8/2013
Imdur for Angina Pectoris Prevention
4
Patient Review
6/25/2016
Imdur for Angina Pectoris Prevention
4
Patient Review
7/20/2014
Imdur for Angina Pectoris Prevention
3.7
Patient Review
12/21/2014
Imdur for Angina Pectoris Prevention
3.7
Patient Review
9/10/2013
Imdur for Angina Pectoris Prevention
3
Patient Review
7/22/2020
Imdur for Chronic Heart Failure
3
Patient Review
2/9/2014
Imdur for Chronic Stable Angina
2
Patient Review
4/21/2014
Imdur for Angina Pectoris Prevention
1.7
Patient Review
2/12/2014
Imdur for Angina Pectoris Prevention
1
Patient Review
9/27/2017
Imdur for Angina Pectoris Prevention
1
Patient Review
10/28/2015
Imdur for Chronic Heart Failure
1
Patient Review
1/24/2018
Imdur for Angina Pectoris Prevention
1
Patient Review
9/27/2015
Imdur for Angina Pectoris Prevention
Patient Q&A Section about imdur
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
What is Imdur drug used for?
"This medication is used to prevent chest pain in patients with coronary artery disease. It is in a class of drugs called nitrates and works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart."
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Is Imdur a nitroglycerin?
"Imdur and Nitrolingual are both vasodilators used to prevent angina pectoris, and they have similar side effects like dizziness."
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What is the best time to take Imdur?
"The recommended dosage for IMDUR tablets is to take them in the morning upon waking up. The extended release tablets should not be chewed or crushed, and should be swallowed with half a glass of water."
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Does Imdur lower your blood pressure?
"If you take these medicines together, your blood pressure can drop suddenly and seriously. If you have early symptoms of a heart attack (chest pain or pressure, pain spreading to your jaw or shoulder, sweating, feeling unwell), get emergency medical attention. Do not stop taking this medicine suddenly."
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