BITRATE 20MG TABLET
Manufacturer
Saintlife Mediscience Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Isosorbide Mononitrate (20mg)
Key Information
Short Description
BITRATE 20MG TABLET is used to prevent heart-related chest pain (angina). It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
BITRATE 20MG TABLET may be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. This may change from time to time depending on how well they are working. You should take this medicine as it has been prescribed and keep taking it even if you feel well. This medicine helps to prevent chest pain in the future. If you stop taking it, your risk of chest pain will increase, especially if you stop taking them suddenly. Lifestyle changes such as diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this medication work better.
Directions for Use
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. BITRATE 20MG TABLET may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
BITRATE 20MG TABLET 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 workload of heart. As a result, the heart muscle does not need as much blood and oxygen supply.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed BITRATE 20MG TABLET for the prevention and treatment of heart-related chest pain (angina). Eat healthy (low-fat, high-fiber, low-sodium diet), quit smoking, increase your physical activity, watch your weight and reduce stress. BITRATE 20MG TABLET may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you. Do not consume alcohol while taking BITRATE 20MG TABLET as it may cause increased dizziness. It may cause headaches which usually go away after a few days of continued treatment. Inform your doctor if it persists.
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Frequently asked questions
Does BITRATE 20MG TABLET affect heart rate?
Yes, BITRATE 20MG TABLET may affect the heart rate. BITRATE 20MG TABLET causes a decrease in blood pressure, which further leads to a decrease in heart rate (bradycardia). In some cases, it may also cause an increase in the heart rate (tachycardia). Consult your doctor if you do not feel well after taking this medication or if you notice a change in your heart rate.
What if I forget to take a dose of BITRATE 20MG TABLET?
You can take the missed dose of BITRATE 20MG TABLET if you remember it within 12 hours. However, if you remember it after 12 hours of the scheduled time, then skip the missed dose and continue with the next dose.
Can I stop taking BITRATE 20MG TABLET after some time?
No, do not stop taking this medicine without talking to your doctor. Stopping it suddenly may increase your chances of having an anginal attack. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding BITRATE 20MG TABLET.
What are the symptoms of an overdose of BITRATE 20MG TABLET?
Taking more than the recommended dose of BITRATE 20MG TABLET may cause throbbing headache, redness of the skin, chills along with sweating, nausea, vomiting, and a fast heartbeat. Seek emergency help and consult your doctor immediately if you take more than the recommended dose of this medicine.
Can I take BITRATE 20MG TABLET at night?
The dosage schedule for BITRATE 20MG TABLET can be once or twice a day. If taking it once daily, it's best taken in the morning. If taking twice a day, maintain a gap of 7 hours between the two doses. This helps decrease the chances of BITRATE 20MG TABLET becoming ineffective (tolerance) after some time.
Does BITRATE 20MG TABLET lower BP?
Yes, BITRATE 20MG TABLET can cause a fall in blood pressure. This medicine widens the blood vessels and decreases the resistance in them, causing a fall in blood pressure. This fall in blood pressure may also decrease the heartbeat which can lead to angina. This medicine should be avoided in people who already have low blood pressure. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.
Can I take sildenafil while taking BITRATE 20MG TABLET?
No, you should not take sildenafil along with BITRATE 20MG TABLET. Both these medicines lower blood pressure and belong to the same class. Taking these two medicines together may cause a severe decrease in blood pressure, fainting, and even a heart attack. In addition to these, avoid taking other medications belonging to similar classes such as vardenafil and tadalafil.
