Monit 2.6 mg

Monit 2.6 mg is usually used to treat chest pain (angina) in people who are suffering from heart disease (such as coronary arterial disease). It also may be used before physical activities (such as sexual activity, exercise, and others) to prevent chest pain. Doctors may also prescribe this medication for other purposes not listed in this article. While the active ingredient is Nitroglycerin, it also contains other inactive ingredients such as hydrogenated vegetable oil, lactose monohydrate, pregelatinized starch, and others. Monit 2.6 mg belongs to the class of medications called nitrates (vasodilators).

The manufacturer of Monit 2.6 mg is Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

How to Administer Monit 2.6 mg?

Using this medication two times per day is considered the recommended dose or as your doctor directs. Do not use Monit 2.6 mg more often than is prescribed by the doctor because it will not treat your condition faster. In some cases, if you do not notice the desired result, your doctor may gradually increase the dosage or even change the brand of the medicine. To get the most benefit from Nitroglycerin, you should use it at the same time every day.

• It is recommended to sit down before using this medicine. Do not shake the container. After that, remove the plastic cover and hold the medicine upright with your finger on top. Press on the medicine to spray the medicine into or under your tongue.
• It is not allowed to inhale or swallow the spray. After using this medicine, you should not spite, eat, or rinse the mouth for approximately 5-10 minutes.

In case you are using the tablet form of Nitroglycerin, you should swallow the tablet whole by mouth with a glass full of water. Avoid other beverages such as alcohol because it may increase the risk of adverse effects. To decrease the risk of nausea or stomach upset, you can administer the tablet with milk or light food.

Tell your healthcare professional if your medical condition lasts or if it worsens.

Dosages

Doctors usually prescribe different dosages for their patients. It depends on your response to treatment, age, weight, other drugs that you may be using, and the severity of the health condition. Do not use Nitroglycerin in case you are unsure what dosage is better for you, or consult a doctor.

• Monit 2.6 mg

Missed Dose

Sometimes, you may forget to administer this medicine and it may lead to a return of the symptoms. Therefore, your medical condition may become worse or more difficult to treat. However, if you miss one, it is recommended to take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, just skip the missed dose and continue the regular schedule as prescribed. Do not administer an increased dose the next time to catch up because you may experience severe side effects.

Overdose

An overdose may occur in rare cases due to an increased dose of Nitroglycerin. Symptoms of overdose include severe dizziness, fainting, breathlessness, irregular heartbeat, and others. In case you are experiencing any of the symptoms listed above, stop taking this medicine and seek medical attention right away. Discuss with your physician for more details.

Side Effects of Monit 2.6 mg

You may notice certain adverse effects while you are on treatment with this medicine. Overdose and allergy are two factors that can provoke side effects. There are three types of adverse effects such as mild, moderate, and severe.

Mild Side Effects

Commonly, patients ignore this category of side effects. However, it is advised to inform your doctor about all the side effects that you experience. For example:

• Headaches
• Nausea
• Sleepiness

Moderate Side Effects

This category of side effects commonly is not dangerous for the patients and they can continue taking Monit 2.6 mg safely. Examples include:

• Dizziness
• Vertigo
• Lightheadedness
• Facial flushing

Severe Side Effects

In rare cases, you may notice this category of adverse effects. However, if you experience any of the following negative effects interrupt using Nitroglycerin and ask for medical help right away. In addition, your healthcare professional may be able to help you to prevent or avoid side effects. Check below some examples:

• Tachycardia
• Fainting
• Hypotension (low blood pressure)
• Blurred vision

Talk with your doctor in case you experience any of the adverse reactions listed above or any other effects.

Drug Interaction

Nitroglycerin like other medicines may interact with certain drugs and substances. It means that other medicines may increase your risk of adverse effects or decrease the effectiveness of Monit 2.6 mg. Therefore, before using this drug, you should inform your doctor about all products that you are using. Examples include herbal products, vitamins, supplements, prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, and others. Check below some examples:

• Pulmonary hypertension or erectile dysfunction (ED) medications (such as Sildenafil Citrate, Vardenafil, Tadalafil, and others)
• Ergotamine
• Riociguat
• Vericiguat
• Alcohol
• Diphenhydramine
• Aspirin
• Acetaminophen
• Hydrocodone
• Alprazolam
• Sodium nitrite
• Tizanidine
• Procaine
• Lidocaine
• Verapamil
• Safinamide
• Selegiline
• Risperidone
• Quinapril
• Phenelzine
• Opium
• Nitric oxide
• Morphine
• Lithium
• Heroin
• Fentanyl
• Fosinopril
• Diazepam
• Cabergoline

This article does not contain a full list of drug interactions. That’s why you should consult a doctor before using this drug. Moreover, it is not allowed to start, stop, or change the dosages without the doctor’s approval because you may experience undesired results.

Precautions

In case you experience any of the following medical conditions, you should tell your doctor before using this medicine. Check below some examples:

• Recent head injury
• Anemia
• Hypotension
• Severe dehydration
• Cancer
• Surgery
• Diabetes
• Recent myocardial infarction
• Glaucoma
• Pericarditis
• Intracranial pressure
• Hemodialysis
• Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

This medicine may affect your ability to drive and operate heavy machinery by blurring your vision or making you drowsy or dizzy. Thus, you should avoid alcoholic drinks and marijuana (cannabis) during treatment because the symptoms listed above may increase.

Inform your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or want to become pregnant before using Nitroglycerin because it may be harmful to your unborn baby. Moreover, discuss with your doctor if you are a breastfeeding mother because it is unknown if this medicine passes into breast milk.

You should not use Monit 2.6 mg in children without a doctor’s prescription because it may be harmful to them.