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Medicines isosorbide dinitrateQuestion & answer

isosorbide dinitrate · Medicine question

Can I drive while taking it?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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Answer

Do not drive, cycle or operate machinery if it causes headache, dizziness, tiredness, sleepiness or faintness. Resume only when you can do so safely.

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NHSNHS · NHS medicine guidance
Isosorbide Dinitrate Tablets 20 mgemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 2

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