What Is Nitroglycerin

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Nitroglycerin, also known as glyceryl trinitrate (GTN), is a medication used for heart failure, high blood pressure, anal fissures, painful periods, and to treat and prevent chest pain caused by decreased blood flow to the heart (angina) or due to the recreational use of cocaine.[1][2][3][4] This includes chest pain from a heart attack.[1] It is taken by mouth, under the tongue, applied to the skin, or by injectio...

How can I dispose of expired nitroglycerin pills? ## Hello, Mary! How are you? The current disposal instructions from the FDA say that you should mix them in with some undesirable substance, such as used kitty litter or used coffee grounds, place it into a sealed container, such as a coffee can with lid and then dispose of it in your normal trash. Alternatively, you can take them to a local pharmacy and they will gladly dispose of them for you. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I brought mine to rite aid and was told thay don't take any medication back

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please send the composition and treatment ## Nitroglycerin is the active ingredient and I can't tell you anything else about the inactive ingredients, without knowing what company made the tablet you have. Can you post back with this information? As to what it treats, it is most commonly used for Angina and Heart Failure. Side effects may include: nausea, dizziness and headache. Read more:

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My sister is taking Nitroglycerin 2.5MG Caps. Simvastatin Tab 40 MG and Isinopril Tab 5MG. Can she drink the teas mention below, without any contraindications with these medications? Slippery Elm, Howthorn Berries, and Phenugreek Tea. ## Has she tried asking her doctor, or pharmacist? Unfortunately, this information may be hard to find, because herbal substances aren't usually checked for interactions, as is done with actual prescription medications. Thus, I can really only suggest she talk to her doctor, first.

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A friend said that it is something new.red liquid drops you put on your tongue when having a heart attack,instead of the tablets.they also have a longer expiration date than the tablets ## The drops are probably a new form of the more traditional treatment. Here is some additional info about how nitroglycerin work in the event of a heart attack. Nitroglycerin is a chemical that opens up (dilates) arteries and veins and increases blood flow to the heart. During heart attack, Nitroglycerin can be placed under the tongue, where it quickly dissolves and is absorbed into the bloodstream. Nitroglycerin also can be administered via continuous intravenous (IV) infusion; applied to the skin in cream or patch form, where it is slowly absorbed; or administered as short- or long-acting nitrate pill...

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I think that I have developed an intolerance to nitro; is there a subsitute for angina? ## Does anyone know of a substitute for a nitro pill that is prescribed for angina? I have not been diagnosed, but when my chest pain begins I would like to try something to get relief. Help. Oh yeah, I do not have insurance and I am unemployed. ## These types of medications are available by prescription only and using them without a proper diagnosis that verifies you have a heart condition can be extremely dangerous. Self-diagnosing is never a good idea. I understand you are saying you are having chest pains and have no insurance, but this is far to dangerous of an area to play around with. You REALLY need to see a doctor. There are no medical professionals on this site and no one, even if they were...

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I took a 0.4 mg. Nitro prior to a 5 min. Extremely high intensity physical fitness test. Once I got to the last station I had burned out with no leg strength and completely exhausted to the point of feeling about to pass out and vomit. It took me 2:13 minutes to go through the first 4 stations. Over 3 minutes to complete the last station, which should only take about 45 seconds. I am out of shape but normally don’t have this happen. My blood pressure was about 148 systolic before taking nitro. I ran this “combat challenge “ about 5 minutes after the nitro. Do you think the nitro had a negative effect and caused the failure. I was also pale as a ghost. ## Has this medication been prescribed for you? And did your doctor tell you to take it before the fitness test? Do you...

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why this tablet is used ## What is Nitrocontin 2.6? ## HEART DIESESE ## how the use of nitrocontin 2.6 tablets , this tablets is cure in heart problem pls explain the tablets sir? ## does tablets nitocontin 2.6 and flavedon MR HAVE SIDE EFFECTS OF DECREASED APPETITE? ## Nitrocontin is actually the brand name for a medication that's listed as being available in India and Taiwan that contains Nitroglycerin, which in medicine is used as a vasodilator to treat various heart conditions, such as angina and chronic heart failure. Side effects may include nausea, headache, dizziness and tolerance, which can reduce effectiveness. You can learn more Nitrocontin details here. M M G, it's difficult to say what may affect someone's appetite in such a manner. What are the health condition...

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tablet angiplat 2.5 used for, this was adviced by doctor today. ## Hi, Mohan! How are you? Angiplat contains the active ingredient Nitroglycerin, this is a heart medication that's most commonly used to treat angina. The most common side effect that most people experience is a bad headache. Learn more Angiplat details here. Do you have a heart problem or chest pain? ## is it compulsory to take angiplat tablet after having angiography? ## I am taking angiplat 2.5 after angeographi, up to two months. What is the use to continue? ## Does anguplat2.5 useful for reflux and burping.

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As said in title, a small round white pill with kind of rounded sides with a 2 on one side only and nothing else on either side. No line, no letter, just a 2. It's not flat because of the 2 poofy sides. That's it! Thank you. ## Hi Lin, From what I could gather, a white round pill with a 2 on one side and blank on the other, fits the description of a 2mg Nitrogard (nitroglycerin) tablet. This medication is indicated for use in treating high blood pressure, angina, and a number of other heart related ailments. For verification, I'd encourage you to get in touch with the manufacturer whom at the time was reported to be Forest Labs (also referred to as Forest Pharmaceuticals). NOTE - in early 2014 Forest Labs was acquired by Allergan; who later on in 2014 was then acquired by Ac...

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I,m a campus police officer, and a student found a small bottle in a bathroom. He turned it over to me, and I don't know if I should destroy it, or throw it in the garbage. ## The FDA guidelines for pill disposal is to always destroy them, regardless of what they are, before throwing them away. They recommend mixing them in with something that will degrade the pills, such as used, wet coffee grounds or kitty litter and then disposing of them in the trash. The tablets you have actually contain 0.4mgs of Nitroglycerin, which is a heart medication, used to treat problems such as Angina. Learn more: Are there any other questions or comments? ## Thank you, Since there is no name, or prescription attached, I will detroy them as noted above!

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i found a round small pill with the number 4 on one side and nothing on the other do you know what it is..? ## It is a nitroglycerin pill. It is a nitrate that dilates (widens) blood vessels. Nitroglycerin rectal is used to treat moderate to severe pain caused by chronic anal fissures (tears in the skin lining your rectum). ## Tylenol 4 with codeine. I used to get them from my doctor. Tylenol 3 with codeine have a 3 on them ## Don't forget that Dillaudeds also are small white pills from being stamped with 2, a 4, as well as an 8. Those are all instant release dillaudeds. ## It sounds like there are several variations of white round pills imprinted with a 4 on one side... If it's of any help in narrowing down prospective pills, Dilaudid (hydromorphone) is imprinted with M [not in...

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Nitroglycerin

Nitroglycerin, also known as glyceryl trinitrate (GTN), is a medication used for heart failure, high blood pressure, anal fissures, painful periods, and to treat and prevent chest pain caused by decreased blood flow to the heart (angina) or due to the recreational use of cocaine.[1][2][3][4] This includes chest pain from a heart attack.[1] It is taken by mouth, under the tongue, applied to the skin, or by injectio...

Nitroglycerin

Nitroglycerin, also known as glyceryl trinitrate (GTN), is a medication used for heart failure, high blood pressure, anal fissures, painful periods, and to treat and prevent chest pain caused by decreased blood flow to the heart (angina) or due to the recreational use of cocaine.[1][2][3][4] This includes chest pain from a heart attack.[1] It is taken by mouth, under the tongue, applied to the skin, or by injectio...

Could you please tell me what the recomended dosage of this drug is for Angina ## Angispan-TR contains the active ingredient Nitroglycerin and for angina treatment, the dosage is usually taken 3 times a day, however, you should follow your doctor's instructions. It may cause side effects,such as headache and nausea. Learn more: Are there any comments or questions?

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I had MCI in January 2006. Soon after CABG surgery was done. Recently, at times I am feeling mild anginal pain. Other day , I met my Cardiologist and advised two tablets of Angispan Tr, morning and Afternoon. Further, I was advised to stop the medicine if it didn't work well. However, I am yet to start it after I learnt about its side effects. Please advise. ## Have you discussed your concerns with your doctor? They would really be the only person that is best able to advise you in this situation. Angispan contains the active ingredient Nitroglycerin, which is used as a vasodilator to improve blood and oxygen flow to the heart. It can cause some side effects, such as: nausea, headache, dizziness and orthostatic hypotension. You can learn more about it here: ## I WANT ## i had heart ...

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My mother has a problem of Angina. she is already taking Nitrocontin that I know is to treat Angina. Now doctor has prescribed her Angistat 2.5 mg along with Nitrocontin. Can anyone suggest me what purpose Angistat will serve when she is already taking Nitrocontin. ## They both contain the same medication, Nitroglycerin. Is she certain her doctor wanted to add it? Is it possible he wanted her to switch to it? Learn more Nitroglycerin details here.

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Is isosorb dinitrate10 mg a form of nitrostat 0.4mg ## Hello, Smit4car! How are you? No, these are two different medications. Nitrostat actually contains Glyceryl Trinitrate, better known as nitroglycerin, much esteemed for its quick action in treating heart issues and being able to be taken as needed. But Isosorbide is used mainly to treat angina and it is a medication that is taken regularly to prevent, not to just treat once an attack starts. Is there anything else I can help with?

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if you are taking isosorb mono and are having trouble taking a deep breath, can you take a nitroglicern pill to alleviate this breathing problem??? ## There aren't any interactions listed between these two medications. However, Nitroglycerin isn't a pain reliever, nor is used to help improve breathing, but rather to treat angina and heart failure. Thus, it will only help if that's what's causing your breathing issue and pain. Learn more Isosorbide Mononitrate details here. Learn more Nitrogylcerin details here. If it is due to your heart and your current dose of Isosorbide isn't helping, then you do need to consult your doctor. If it's something like congestive heart failure, then other treatment may be necessary. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have a white tablet with # 771 on it, can you tell me what this is? ## Could it be isosorbid dinitrate - it's like nitroglycerine for circulation and your heart ? ## This tablet is manufactured by Paddock Laboratories and they list it as containing 325mgs of Acetaminophen, a generic or store brand of Tylenol. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, and headache.

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