Product introduction

Ismo Retard Tablet ER may be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take it. The dose may change from time to time depending on how well the medicine works. Take this medicine exactly as prescribed and continue taking it even if you feel well. It helps prevent chest pain in the future. If you stop taking it, your risk of chest pain may increase, especially if you stop suddenly. Lifestyle changes such as a healthy diet, regular exercise, and avoiding smoking may help this medicine work better.

You can develop tolerance to this medicine over time, which means that the same dose becomes less effective. You have to stick to dosing schedule to prevent this from happening.

The most common side effects include headache, flushing, upper respiratory tract infection, abdominal pain, allergic reaction, chest pain, and diarrhea. If these symptoms bother you or do not go away, your doctor may suggest ways of preventing or reducing them. Some can be reduced by taking painkillers, drinking plenty of fluids, and avoiding alcohol.

Before taking Ismo Retard Tablet ER, tell your doctor if you have low blood pressure, glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), kidney disease, or heart failure. Also, inform your doctor about any other medicines you are taking, as some may interact with this medicine or make it unsafe to use together. Do not take medicines for erectile dysfunction while using this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your doctor whether this medicine is suitable for you. Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood pressure and heart rate during treatment.

Uses of Ismo Tablet ER

Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Benefits of Ismo Tablet ER

Treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Angina is chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, usually due to narrowed coronary arteries. Ismo Retard Tablet ER helps by relaxing and widening blood vessels, which improves blood flow and oxygen supply to the heart. This helps relieve chest discomfort and reduces the risk of angina attacks.

Side effects of Ismo Tablet ER

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ismo

Headache
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Upper respiratory tract infection
Abdominal pain
Chest pain
Diarrhea

How to use Ismo Tablet ER

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ismo Retard Tablet ER may be taken with or without food.

How Ismo Tablet ER works

Ismo Retard Tablet ER is a nitrate. It dilates peripheral arteries and veins. Dilation of the veins promotes peripheral pooling of blood and decreases venous return to the heart, thereby reducing the workload of the heart. As a result, the heart muscle does not need as much blood and oxygen supply.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Ismo Retard Tablet ER.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Ismo Retard Tablet ER during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ismo Retard Tablet ER may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Ismo Retard Tablet ER may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ismo Retard Tablet ER is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ismo Retard Tablet ER is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

Quick tips

Take Ismo Retard Tablet ER exactly as prescribed and at the same time each day to maintain its effectiveness and reduce tolerance.
Ismo Retard Tablet ER may cause dizziness or light-headedness, so avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
Stand up slowly from sitting or lying positions, as this medicine may cause a drop in blood pressure and dizziness.
Avoid alcohol while taking Ismo Retard Tablet ER, as it may increase dizziness or light-headedness.
Headache is a common side effect when starting Ismo Retard Tablet ER, and it usually improves with continued use; inform your doctor if it becomes severe or persistent.
Do not take medicines for erectile dysfunction (such as sildenafil or tadalafil) while using Ismo Retard Tablet ER, as this combination can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure.
Ismo Retard Tablet ER is usually used to prevent angina attacks and not for immediate relief; seek urgent medical attention if you develop sudden or severe chest pain.
Follow the prescribed dosing schedule carefully, as tolerance to nitrates may develop if dosing instructions are not followed properly.
Maintain heart-healthy lifestyle habits, such as a balanced diet, regular physical activity, weight control, stress reduction, and avoiding smoking.
Consult your doctor if you experience severe weakness, fainting, confusion, or persistent symptoms while taking Ismo Retard Tablet ER.