Can I take Acarbose with Isosorbide Mononitrate?

Drug Interactions Concomitant use of isosorbide mononitrate with phosphodiesterase inhibitors in any form is contraindicated (see CONTRAINDICATIONS ). Concomitant use of isosorbide mononitrate with riociguat, a soluble guanylate cyclase stimulator, is contraindicated (see CONTRAINDICATIONS ). The vasodilating effects of isosorbide mononitrate may be additive with those of other vasodilators.

This is general interaction text from the label of a product that contains Isosorbide Mononitrate. It does not mention Acarbose, so it does not show how Acarbose and Isosorbide Mononitrate affect each other. The verdict above comes from the GoDavaii interaction dataset. Ask your pharmacist to check both medicines' labels before you combine them.

Questions to ask your pharmacist

• Does Acarbose change how Isosorbide Mononitrate works, or the other way round?
• Should I take Acarbose and Isosorbide Mononitrate at different times of day?
• Which side effects should I watch for while taking both?
• Is there a better option if this combination does not suit me?

• Always tell your doctor/pharmacist about ALL medicines you take - prescriptions, OTC, supplements, and herbal products.
• Keep a current medicine list with doses and timings - photo on your phone is enough.
• Read medicine labels for timing (with food / empty stomach) before combining.
• Even 'safe' combinations need monitoring - note any unusual symptoms in the first few days.
• Use GoDavaii AI to double-check before adding any new medicine, supplement, or desi ilaaj.