Nitroglycerin



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  • Contains / Salt: Nitroglycerin


Nitroglycerin Information



Nitroglycerin Benefits & Uses

Nitroglycerin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Nitroglycerin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage


Nitroglycerin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nitroglycerin is used -

Moderate

  • Orthostatic Hypotension (Sudden Lowering of Blood Pressure on Standing)

Mild

Nitroglycerin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Nitroglycerin safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Nitroglycerin. It is best to stop taking Nitroglycerin immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Nitroglycerin safe during breastfeeding?


    Nitroglycerin may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Nitroglycerin, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Nitroglycerin.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Nitroglycerin on the Kidneys?


    Nitroglycerin is completely safe for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Nitroglycerin on the Liver?


    Nitroglycerin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Nitroglycerin on the Heart?


    Nitroglycerin has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Nitroglycerin with Other Drugs

Nitroglycerin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate



Nitroglycerin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nitroglycerin unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Nitroglycerin

  • Is this Nitroglycerin habit forming or addictive?


    Nitroglycerin does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Nitroglycerin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Nitroglycerin can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Nitroglycerin only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Nitroglycerin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Nitroglycerin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Nitroglycerin


    Taking Nitroglycerin with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Nitroglycerin


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Nitroglycerin.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 916-917

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 542-543

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Nitrostat® (nitroglycerin)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gonitro (nitroglycerin)

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