Monosprin 30 Capsule SR is used in the treatment of angina (heart-related chest pain). It is a combination of two medicines that are helpful in preventing future episodes of angina.
Monosprin 30 Capsule SR should be taken with food regularly at a fixed time each day. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you remember to take it. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Do not stop taking it until you have finished the complete course, even when you feel better. Lifestyle changes like low-fat diet, exercise and not smoking may help this medicine to work better.
Stomach pain, diarrhea, and headache are some common side effects of this medicine. This medicine increases your risk of bleeding, so it is important to be careful while shaving, cutting nails, using sharp objects, or engaging in contact sports (e.g., football, wrestling). It may also produce dizziness initially, avoid driving or attention seeking activity while taking this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease or bleeding disorder. You must tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also let your healthcare team know all other medicines you are taking as they may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
Uses of Monosprin Capsule SR
Angina (heart-related chest pain)
Side effects of Monosprin Capsule SR
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 Monosprin
Increased bleeding tendency
Stomach pain
Diarrhea
Headache
Fatigue
Indigestion
Upper respiratory tract infection
Dizziness
Itching
Flushing of skin
How to use Monosprin Capsule SR
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. Monosprin 30 Capsule SR is to be taken with food.
How Monosprin Capsule SR works
Monosprin 30 Capsule SR is a combination of two medicines: Isosorbide Mononitrate and Aspirin which prevent future episodes of angina. Isosorbide mononitrate dilates the blood vessels of the body. As a result, work load on the heart is reduced which in turn decreases heart-related chest pain. Aspirin is an antiplatelet medicine. It prevents the platelets from sticking together and decreases the formation of harmful blood clots.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Monosprin 30 Capsule SR may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Monosprin 30 Capsule SR is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Monosprin 30 Capsule SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Monosprin 30 Capsule SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Monosprin 30 Capsule SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Monosprin 30 Capsule SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Monosprin 30 Capsule SR is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Monosprin 30 Capsule SR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Monosprin 30 Capsule SR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
