Nitroglycerin - Nitroglycerin - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Nitroglycerin.
• Nitro-Bid, Tridil
• nye-troh-GLISS-er-in

Usage Instructions

• This drug is given by vein (IV), diluted in a sugar or saline IV solution.
• The dosage is based on facts such as your blood pressure, symptoms, degree of heart failure or chest pain, age and overall medical condition.
• Your body may get used to the drug (tolerance), may not work as well and may require an increase in dosage.
• This drug is absorbed by plastics, so the dosage varies depending on the type of IV you have.
• All usage instructions must be followed carefully.

Read Before Using Nitroglycerin (precautions)

• Before using this drug, tell your doctor your medical history, including.

Possible Side Effects

• Headache, dizziness, unusual weakness, nausea, vomiting and sweating may occur.
• If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• Unlikely but report promptly.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include a persistent, throbbing headache; dizziness; confusion; weakness; sweating; changes in heart rate; changes in vision; flushing; nausea; and vomiting.

Nitroglycerin Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature away from light and moisture.
• Do not freeze.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to control high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, lung congestion and chest pain especially in heart attack patients.
• It decreases the workload on the heart by enlarging (dilating) blood vessels.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially of.

Nitroglycerin Miscellaneous Notes

• Frequent medical tests (for example, blood pressure, heart monitoring) will be done to monitor for effectiveness and side effects.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Not applicable as this drug is given by continuous infusion.