Preventing symptoms of angina caused by heart disease. Dilatrate SR is used alone or with other medicines. Dilatrate SR is NOT intended for the immediate relief of acute attacks of angina. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Dilatrate SR is a nitrate. It works by relaxing the blood vessels in the body, allowing them to widen. This lets more blood flow through the blood vessels, which reduces the work the heart has to do to pump blood. This reduces the oxygen needs of the heart and decreases chest pain.
Important safety information:
Dilatrate SR may cause dizziness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Dilatrate SR with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Dilatrate SR may cause dizziness, light-headedness, or fainting; alcohol, hot weather, exercise, or fever may increase these effects. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Sit or lie down at the first sign of any of these effects.
Check with your doctor before you drink alcohol while you are taking Dilatrate SR. Drinking alcohol may increase the risk of low blood pressure with Dilatrate SR.
Dilatrate SR may give you daily headaches. This should become less noticeable with time. Do not change how you use Dilatrate SR to avoid these headaches. Talk with your doctor for ways to lessen this side effect.
Dilatrate SR should not be used to stop an attack of angina; it is intended only for prevention of an attack.
Dilatrate SR may interfere with certain lab tests. Be sure your doctor and lab personnel know you are taking Dilatrate SR.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Dilatrate SR while you are pregnant. It is not known if Dilatrate SR is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Dilatrate SR, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
When used for long periods of time without a break, Dilatrate SR may not work as well. This is known as TOLERANCE. Increasing the dose is not effective in managing tolerance to Dilatrate SR. Tolerance to other nitrates or nitrites may also occur. Be sure to have a "nitrate-free" period of time each day to help prevent this tolerance. Talk with your doctor if Dilatrate SR stops working well. Do not take more than prescribed. Some people who use Dilatrate SR for a long time without a break may develop a physical need to continue taking it. This is known as physical DEPENDENCE. If you take Dilatrate SR without a break and then suddenly stop taking it, you may get WITHDRAWAL symptoms. These may include chest pain, heart attack, or possibly sudden death. Be sure to have a "nitrate-free" period of time each day; this may help prevent dependence and withdrawal problems.
Dilatrate SR side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Dizziness; flushing of the face and neck; headache; light-headedness.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; fainting; fast or slow heartbeat; nausea; new or worsening chest pain; vomiting.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can Dilatrate SR be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Dilatrate SR?
Some medical conditions may interact with Dilatrate SR. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have bleeding in the brain, a recent head trauma, an overactive thyroid, heart problems, or anemia (a low red blood cell count)
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Dilatrate SR. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Avanafil, riociguat, sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil because the risk of severe low blood pressure may be increased
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Dilatrate SR may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Dilatrate SR?
Use Dilatrate SR as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Take Dilatrate SR by mouth on an empty stomach with a full glass of water (8 oz [240 mL]).
If you miss a dose of Dilatrate SR, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Dilatrate SR.
Can Dilatrate SR be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Dilatrate SR be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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