Description
Sorbitrate 5 Tablet contains Isosorbide Dinitrate (5mg), a nitrate medicine widely used in the prevention and treatment of angina pectoris (chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart).
It works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels, which reduces the workload on the heart and improves oxygen supply to heart muscles. The 5mg dose is often prescribed for quick relief of angina attacks and sometimes for dose adjustment in patients starting nitrate therapy.
Uses
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Prevention and treatment of angina pectoris (chest pain)
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Management of coronary artery disease
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May be used in certain cases of heart failure, as prescribed by a doctor
How to Use
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Take the tablet exactly as directed by your doctor.
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It may be taken under the tongue (sublingual route) for faster action during angina pain.
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Do not chew or swallow if prescribed for sublingual use.
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For preventive use, take at the same time every day.
Side Effects
Common side effects:
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Headache (very common)
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Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting
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Flushing (warmth, redness of skin)
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Low blood pressure
Serious but rare side effects:
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Severe dizziness or fainting
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Fast or irregular heartbeat
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Allergic reactions (swelling, rash, breathing difficulty)
Precautions
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Avoid taking with erectile dysfunction medicines (like sildenafil, tadalafil, vardenafil) – may cause dangerously low blood pressure.
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Inform your doctor if you have very low blood pressure, severe anemia, glaucoma, or recent head injury.
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Alcohol should be avoided as it increases dizziness and fainting risk.
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Use with caution in elderly patients.
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Not recommended in pregnancy or breastfeeding unless prescribed.
Key Ingredient Recap
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Isosorbide Dinitrate (5mg): Nitrate that relaxes blood vessels, improves oxygen supply to the heart, and prevents angina attacks.
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