Sorbitrate 5 Tablet

Quick info

Sorbitrate 5 Tablet is used to prevent chest pain (angina attacks) by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart. Sorbitrate 5 Tablet must be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is usually taken as needed, either 5 to 10 minutes before physical activities or at the first sign of angina. 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.

How it works

Sorbitrate 5 Tablet is a nitrate. It works by relaxing the blood vessels which decreases the oxygen demand of the heart and reduces its workload thereby preventing/treating attacks of angina (chest pain).

Direction of use

Place the tablet under the tongue or between the cheek and gum and let it dissolve. Do not chew, crush, or swallow the tablet. Sorbitrate 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Tips

• may cause dizziness or sleepiness
• do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you
• do not consume alcohol while taking Sorbitrate 5 Tablet as it may cause increased dizziness
• may cause headaches which usually go away after a few days of continued treatment
• you may develop tolerance to Sorbitrate 5 Tablet with time meaning that the same dose may be less effective next time
• stop taking medications (prescribed for erectile dysfunction) like sildenafil or tadalafil while on treatment with Sorbitrate 5 Tablet as it may cause low blood pressure

Side Effects

• headache
• lightheadedness