Monoket
Isosorbide mononitrate 20mg and 40mg tablets, used in the management of angina pectoris. A long-acting nitrate that dilates arteries and veins.
- Category
- Heart & Blood Pressure
- Active ingredient
- Isosorbide Mononitrate
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 20 · 40mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Monoket on your behalf.
- Condition
- Angina Pectoris
- Alternative names
- Elantan; Ismo
- Therapeutic class
- Nitrate
- Pharmacological class
- Vasodilator
- Minor side effects
- headache; dizziness; flushing
- Moderate side effects
- tachycardia; hypotension
- Serious side effects
- syncope, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- UCB
- Onset time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
- sildenafil; vardenafil; tadalafil; alcohol
- Age restrictions
- Adults.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Use only if necessary. Breastfeeding: Caution advised.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to nitrates; acute circulatory failure; concurrent use of phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors
Precautions and warnings
do not use with erectile dysfunction treatments; may cause dizziness upon standing
Patient summary
Isosorbide mononitrate 20mg and 40mg tablets, used in the management of angina pectoris. A long-acting nitrate that dilates arteries and veins.
Mechanism of action
Monoket is a long-acting nitrate that dilates systemic arteries and veins. This reduces the workload of the heart and decreases the oxygen demand of the myocardium, alleviating angina.
Monoket is a brand of isosorbide mononitrate, commonly used to prevent angina pectoris. This medication is also marketed under alternative names such as Elantan and Ismo. It is supplied as a tablet in 20mg and 40mg strengths. This therapy helps manage heart-related chest pain by relaxing blood vessels to improve circulation.
Will I receive the original Monoket?
No. Monoket is the originator brand name, made by UCB, and Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (isosorbide mononitrate) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
What is the price of Monoket?
It depends on the strength and pack. Monoket comes in 20 and 40mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What are other brand names for isosorbide mononitrate?
Other brands of isosorbide mononitrate include Elantan and Ismo. On Yasabai the same ingredient comes as Imdur.
What conditions is Monoket used for?
Monoket contains isosorbide mononitrate, used for angina pectoris. Monoket is a long-acting nitrate that dilates systemic arteries and veins.
How long does Monoket take to work?
Isosorbide mononitrate usually starts to work within 30 to 60 minutes, and its effect lasts about 6 to 8 hours. The exact timing differs between people.
What are the side effects of Monoket?
The common side effects of isosorbide mononitrate are headache, dizziness and flushing. Less common ones include tachycardia and hypotension. Serious but less common side effects include syncope, which needs urgent medical attention.
Does Monoket interact with alcohol?
Alcohol can interact with isosorbide mononitrate, so check with a doctor or pharmacist before you drink while taking Monoket. It can also interact with sildenafil, vardenafil and tadalafil.
Do I need a prescription to buy Monoket in Thailand?
No. In Thailand isosorbide mononitrate is sold by pharmacists without a prescription, and Yasabai does not ask for one either. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Monoket to Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Monoket is the originator brand name, made by UCB. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with UCB and do not ship the original Monoket.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Isosorbide Mononitrate) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.