Isosorbide was previously available in an oral formulation for the reduction of intraocular pressure. It was approved by the FDA in 1980, but has since been discontinued. Currently, isosorbide is an organic nitrate currently available in the isosorbide mononitrate and isosorbide dinitrate forms, and is used for the prevention of angina. Refer to these drug entries for more information.
Isosorbide was previously indicated for temporary reduction of intraocular pressure and used to interrupt an acute glaucoma attack, however, this is not a currently approved indication. Refer to isosorbide mononitrate and isosorbide dinitrate drug entries for more isosorbide indications.
Ukrainian Medical Stomatological Academy, Poltava, Ukraine
CHU-Brugmann, Bruxelles, Belgium
Philadelphia VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Frontage Cinical Services, Hackensack, New Jersey, United States
Philadelphia VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Guang'anmen Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, Beijing, China
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