Monotag 5mg Tablet

Short Description

Monotag 5mg Tablet is used to prevent chest pain (angina attacks) by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Monotag 5mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach. It is best taken at the same time every day. Your doctor will decide the dose and the number of times each day you should take them. You should take the medicine as it is prescribed for you and keep taking it even if you feel well. If you stop taking it suddenly your risk of an angina attack will increase. Lifestyle changes such as diet, exercise, and not smoking may help this drug 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 a really specific dosing schedule to prevent this from happening. The most common side effects of this medicine include headache and lightheadedness. These may disappear once you have got used to the medicine. If you are worried or the symptoms do not go away, let your doctor know. Some of these can be reduced by taking painkillers, drinking plenty of fluids, and avoiding alcohol. Medical tests (such as blood pressure) may be required to monitor your progress and check for side effects.

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. Monotag 5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Monotag 5mg Tablet is a nitrate. It works by relaxing the blood vessels which decreases the oxygen demand of the heart and reduces its workload. It thus prevents/treats attacks of angina (chest pain).

Eat healthy (low-fat, high-fiber, low-sodium diet) Quit smoking Increase your physical activity Watch your weight and reduce stress Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you Do not consume alcohol while taking Monotag 5mg 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. You may develop tolerance to Monotag 5mg Tablet with time meaning that the same dose may be less effective next time. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule to avoid this. Stop taking medications (prescribed for erectile dysfunction) like sildenafil or tadalafil while on treatment with Monotag 5mg Tablet as it may cause low blood pressure.