Sorbitrate 10 Tablet

Sorbitrate 10 tablet is used for management of angina, a condition characterised by severe pain in the chest, which can also radiate towards neck, shoulders and arms. It contains isosorbide dinitrate as its active ingredient. Take this medicine as advised by your doctor and you need to follow all the instructions.

You should inform your doctor about all the medicines, herbs and supplements you take and all the medical conditions or diseases you suffer from.

Dosage

Overdose

Overdosage of Sorbitrate 10 tablet may cause sudden and sharp lowering of blood pressure and related symptoms, urgent treatment is required. If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

Missing a dose of Sorbitrate 10 tablet may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. If you missed any dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one. Always carry your medicines if you are travelling.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Angina is characterised by severe chest pain. This pain occurs as the heart muscles are not receiving an adequate supply of blood and oxygen. Sorbitrate 10 tablet dilates the blood vessels in the heart. This makes the flow of blood and oxygen better to the heart muscles. Dilation of the blood vessel decreases the pumping strain of the heart.

Directions for Use

• Always take Sorbitrate 10 tablets strictly as per the advice of your doctor.
• Put Sorbitrate mouth dissolving tablet under your tongue and let the medicine dissolve locally. Do not crush or chew the tablet.
• Alternatively, you may take the tablet with a sufficient amount of water only if advised by your doctor.
• You should take this medicine regularly, at the same time and without fail as directed by your doctor.
• You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Sorbitrate 10 tablet during pregnancy?

There is limited information about the effects of Sorbitrate 10 tablet in human pregnancy. This medicine should be used during pregnancy only if it is needed and advantage overweighs the risk. You should consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a child before starting this medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Sorbitrate 10 tablet while breastfeeding?

It is unknown if Sorbitrate 10 tablet passes into human milk, hence you should not breastfeed while taking this medicine. You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Sorbitrate 10 tablet?

It is advisable not to drive if you are on Sorbitrate 10 tablet, as this medicine may cause low blood pressure and related symptoms like lightheadedness, burring of vision, tiredness which can impair your driving abilities. You should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Sorbitrate 10 tablet?

You should avoid consuming alcohol while taking Sorbitrate 10 tablet, as it may increase the chance of sharp blood pressure fall which can lead to dizziness, lightheadedness or may worsen the side effects of this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have an increase in eye pressure (glaucoma), bleeding problem, thyroid hormone disturbance, liver or kidney problem.
• You have problems with your heart or may have damaged the heart.
• You have a deficiency of glucose 6 phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD).
• You have hypertension and are taking anti-hypertensive medicines, caution is needed as severe fall in blood pressure can occur.
• You have a history of head injury or you are suffering from psychiatric illness.
• You are malnourished or have a sudden drop in body temperature.
• Do not use any medicines for erectile dysfunction like Sildenafil, Tadalafil when you are using Sorbitrate 10 tablets as it can cause a severe fall in blood pressure which can be life-threatening.
• Never stop this medicine abruptly, if you are facing any issues, talk to your doctor as he/she may gradually decrease the dose before stopping.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to isosorbide dinitrate or any other ingredients of this medicine.
• If you have a low blood pressure or bleeding problems.
• If you have blood circulating issues or disturbances like a shock.
• If you feel dehydrated, nauseated or have diarrhoea.
• If you have heart problems where isosorbide dinitrate should not be used such as heart valve problems, inflammation of the heart surface and fluid accumulation surrounding the heart.
• If you have increased eye pressure (glaucoma).
• If you have a disease of thyroid hormone disturbance.
• If you have progressive heart failure associated with a lung problem.
• If you are using medicines like sildenafil or tadalafil which potentiates or increases the blood pressure lowering effects of sorbitrate.

Side effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Redness
• Drowsiness
• Sleepiness
• Low blood pressure
• Increased heartbeats

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Sorbitrate 10 tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Sorbitrate tablet use along with other blood pressure-lowering medicines like noradrenaline, may potentiate their effects. It can cause severe fall in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fainting and dizziness.
• Caution should be executed if you are using Nifedipine for high blood pressure as the blood pressure can drop drastically.
• Concomitant use of Sorbitrate 10 tablet along with the medicines used for mental illness like amitriptyline, chlorpromazine may increase the chance of side effects.
• Concomitant use of Sorbitrate 10 tablet with medicines used for erectile dysfunction (sexual problem) like sildenafil or tadalafil, may possibly cause a fall in the blood pressure to a dangerous level and may lead to unconsciousness which could be serious.

Storage and disposal

• Store Sorbitrate 10 tablet at room temperature in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
• Keep this medicine away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Sorbitrate 10 tablet prevent a heart attack?

Sorbitrate 10 tablet is used for the management of angina, a type of chest pain. In some cases, after a heart attack, your doctor may put you on a low dose of this medicine based on your condition.

Can Aspirin and Sorbitrate be taken together?

You may continue the use of Aspirin and Sorbitrate following your doctors advise. Your doctor may decide the dose and usage of both these medicines after evaluating the risks versus benefits.

Can Sorbitrate 10 tablet cause lowering of blood pressure?

Yes. isosorbide dinitrate is vasodilator medicine which dilates the blood vessels. It causes a decrease in blood pressure as well. However, it is not a suitable medicine for high blood pressure. Please consult your doctor before using Sorbitrate 10 tablet.

Why is Sorbitrate given sublingually?

Isosorbide dinitrate is used for the reduce the pain associated with angina. Angina is an emergency condition. Treatment must be initiated immediately to provide relief and to improve the outcome. Using Sorbitrate sublingually will let the medicine work immediately, faster than ingesting it orally.

Is Sorbitrate 10 tablet to be taken at night?

You must use Sorbitrate 10 tablet as advised by your doctor. It would be best if you used it at the time and in the dose as told by your doctor.