Ingredient

Isosorbide Mononitrate

Isosorbide dinitrate is a medication that dilates blood vessels, reducing the burden on the heart.

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MFDS ingredient code M257095

What does it do?

Isosorbide dinitrate is an ingredient that belongs to the class of vasodilators and is mainly used in the treatment of heart conditions such as angina. It aims to widen blood vessels to improve blood flow and reduce the burden on the heart.

This ingredient releases nitric oxide in the body, causing relaxation of the vascular muscles. As a result, blood vessels widen, blood flow becomes smoother, and the oxygen supplied to the heart increases.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Isosorbide dinitrate provides a longer acting and sustained vasodilatory effect compared to other nitrate vasodilators. Additionally, as a single nitrate, it has a relatively low incidence of side effects.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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