nitroglycerin (Nitrostat)
Class:
Antianginals: Nitrates
Indication:
Angina.
Mode of Action:
Vasodilation, ↓ preload and myocardial oxygen demand.
Cautions:
Not in source
Indication:
Orthostatic hypotension, headache, reflex tachycardia.
NC/PT:
Sublingual: Store in cool/dark place. Take up to 3 tablets. Place 1st under tongue, wait 5 minutes. If no relief, call 911. Take 2nd, wait 5 minutes. If no relief, take 3rd. Transdermal: Wear gloves, remove prior dose, rotate sites, place on hairless site. Interaction: Erectile dysfunction medications (e.g., sildenafil).