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Monotus 20 mg Tablet
Isosorbide Mononitrate (20mg)
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Monotus 20 mg Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of heart conditions, angina and irregular heartbeat.
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Key details
Salt: Isosorbide Mononitrate (20mg)
Available variants: tablet 20 mg 10`S
Price: ₹32 (₹3.22 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ARETAEUS PHARMACEUTICALS`
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Monotus 20 mg Tablet in Bangladesh
17 brands registered in Bangladesh with the same salt, strength and form.
- A CardThe ACME Laboratories Ltd.
- AngicureEskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Tongi,Gazipur
- AngifixIncepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- AngisorKemiko Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- EsmoSquare Pharmaceuticals PLC, Gazipur
- ImocardUnimed Unihealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- ISMAristopharma Limited
- IsocontinThe White Horse Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- MonateBeximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- MonitOpsonin Pharma Limited
- MonitenAdvanced Chemical Industries PLC.
- MonocardDrug International Ltd.
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- Monocard-20Drug International Ltd., Gopalpur
- MonotateSun Pharmaceutical (Bangladesh) Ltd.
- N CardNipa Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- PentabidGeneral Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- UnicardSonear Laboratories Ltd.
Brand names differ between countries. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor in Bangladesh before switching. We don't sell or ship these brands. Source: Directorate General of Drug Administration, Bangladesh.
Composition of Monotus 20 mg Tablet
Monotus 20 mg Tablet contains Isosorbide Mononitrate (20mg). It belongs to the Cardiovascular agent class of medicines.
Uses of Monotus 20 mg Tablet
- Heart conditions
- Angina
- Irregular heartbeat
Benefits of Monotus 20 mg Tablet
- In Heart conditions
- Monotus supports the heart's rhythm, blood supply or pumping strength, depending on the condition it was prescribed for. Taken regularly, it reduces symptoms and lowers the chance of a hospital admission.
- In Angina
- Monotus improves the blood supply to the heart muscle or reduces its workload, so chest pain comes on less often and you can do more before it starts.
- In Irregular heartbeat
- Monotus helps the heart keep a regular rhythm, easing palpitations and the breathlessness or light-headedness that an uneven heartbeat causes.
How Monotus 20 mg Tablet works
Isosorbide Mononitrate supports the work of the heart and the circulation.
How to take Monotus 20 mg Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it with or without food, at the same time each day. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can seriously disturb the heart's rhythm and blood pressure. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Monotus 20 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Monotus are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Nausea
- Palpitations
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Monotus 20 mg Tablet
- AlcoholCAUTION
- Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingCAUTION
- May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.
- LiverCAUTION
- Use with caution if you have liver disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function.
Warnings and precautions
Do not stop or change the dose of a heart medicine on your own. Report fainting, a very slow or very fast pulse, or new breathlessness. Keep every follow-up appointment — most of these medicines need periodic blood tests or an ECG.
Do not take Monotus if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will check that this is suitable for your particular heart condition.
Interactions with other medicines
Heart medicines interact widely. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about everything you take, including herbal products.
How to store Monotus 20 mg Tablet
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Quick tips for Monotus 20 mg Tablet
- Take it at the same time each day and do not miss doses.
- Keep an up-to-date list of your medicines with you.
Related lab tests
People taking Monotus are often asked to check these from time to time. Your doctor decides which and how often.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- ARETAEUS PHARMACEUTICALS`
- Therapeutic class:
- Cardiac medicine
- Drug class:
- Cardiovascular agent
Substitutes for Monotus 20 mg Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Isosorbide Mononitrate (20mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Monotus 20 mg Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isonorm 20 mg TabletLUPIN LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹32 | 1% more |
| Ihd 20 mg TabletSTADMED (P) LTD | tablet · 10`S | ₹40 | 25% more |
| Monit 20 TabletIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 15`S | ₹69 | 114% more |
| Ismo 20 mg TabletAbbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd | tablet · 30`S | ₹139 | 331% more |
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Monotus 20 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Monotus 20 mg Tablet used for?
Monotus 20 mg Tablet is commonly used for heart conditions, angina and irregular heartbeat. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Monotus 20 mg Tablet?
Heart conditions: Monotus supports the heart's rhythm, blood supply or pumping strength, depending on the condition it was prescribed for. Taken regularly, it reduces symptoms and lowers the chance of a hospital admission. It is also used for angina, irregular heartbeat.
What is the salt in Monotus 20 mg Tablet?
Monotus 20 mg Tablet contains Isosorbide Mononitrate (20mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Monotus 20 mg Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Monotus 20 mg Tablet work?
Isosorbide Mononitrate supports the work of the heart and the circulation.
Is Monotus 20 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Monotus 20 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Monotus 20 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Monotus are Dizziness, Headache, Tiredness, Nausea, Palpitations. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Monotus 20 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Monotus 20 mg Tablet in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Monotus.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Monotus 20 mg Tablet?
Limit alcohol while taking Monotus 20 mg Tablet; it can worsen the side effects.
What if I miss a dose of Monotus 20 mg Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Monotus 20 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Monotus 20 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Monotus 20 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Monotus 20 mg Tablet starts at ₹32 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 20 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Monotus 20 mg Tablet?
Monotus 20 mg Tablet is manufactured by ARETAEUS PHARMACEUTICALS`. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Monotus 20 mg Tablet delivered?
Monotus 20 mg Tablet is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Monotus 20 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Isosorbide Mononitrate (20mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Price
- ₹32 (₹3.22 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- ARETAEUS PHARMACEUTICALS`
- Manufacturer
- ARETAEUS PHARMACEUTICALS`
- Therapeutic class
- Cardiac medicine
- Drug class
- Cardiovascular agent
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 20 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Monotus 20 mg Tablet.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.