Nitrostat

Tablet form of nitroglycerin What kind of medication is this? NITROGLYCERIN is classified as a member of the nitrates drug class. Nitroglycerin has the ability to dilate, or expand, blood vessels, which makes it easier for blood to flow through the arteries as well as for the heart to pump blood throughout the body. Nitroglycerin can be used either to treat episodes of chest discomfort or to prevent their occurrence (angina). In addition to the applications described in this medication guide, nitroglycerin may also be used for other purposes. Before I start using this medication, what should I discuss with my primary care physician? If you have an allergy to nitroglycerin or if you are taking medication to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), such as riociguat (Adempas), sildenafil (Revatio), or tadalafil, you should not take nitroglycerin (Adcirca). Nitroglycerin should not be used at the same time as any medication for erectile dysfunction, including but not limited to Viagra, Cialis, Levitra, Stendra, Staxyn, sildenafil, avanafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil. Nitroglycerin combined with erectile dysfunction medication has the potential to precipitate a rapid and life-threatening drop in blood pressure. If you have severe anemia (few red blood cells), a head injury, a brain tumor, or another disease that produces increased pressure inside the skull, you should not take nitroglycerin. You should also avoid using it if you have indications of circulation issues or shock (pale skin, cold sweat, fast or irregular heartbeats, sudden weakness or feeling like you might pass out). Tell your doctor if you have any of the following conditions before taking nitroglycerin: congestive heart failure; heart rhythm disorder (especially if you are taking medication to treat this condition); a history of heart attack, stroke, or head injury; low blood pressure; glaucoma; migraine headaches; or if you are dehydrated. Your doctor will be able to determine whether or not nitroglycerin is safe for you to take. Nitroglycerin may or may not be harmful to an unborn child; this remains unknown. Inform your physician if you are pregnant or if you want to become pregnant in the near future. It is not known if nitroglycerin gets into breast milk or whether it might cause damage to a baby who is being fed by their mother during breastfeeding. If you are breastfeeding a child, you should let your doctor know about it. It is not recommended that you use this medication if you are simultaneously taking medication for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). If you are going to take nitroglycerin, you should avoid taking any medications for erectile dysfunction (such as Viagra, Cialis, Levitra, and others) at the same time. If you do, you run the risk of experiencing a rapid and potentially life-threatening drop in blood pressure. If you experience any of the warning signs of a heart attack, you should seek immediate medical assistance (chest pain or pressure, pain spreading to your jaw or shoulder, nausea, sweating, general ill feeling). What is the correct way to take this medication? Always make sure to follow all of the instructions on the label of your medication. Do not use this medication in greater or lower doses than indicated, nor for a longer period of time than specified. If you take an excessive amount of nitroglycerin, the drug may become less effective at managing the symptoms you're experiencing. Nitroglycerin is often administered at the first symptom of discomfort in the chest. When taking this medicine, it is recommended that you attempt to relax or remain sitting if at all feasible. Nitroglycerin can produce dizziness or fainting. While taking an extended-release capsule, it should not be opened, crushed, chewed, or broken. Take it in its entirety. When you take this medication, you can get a little stinging or burning sensation in your mouth. This is normal. But, the fact that you are experiencing this sensation does not indicate that the drug is functioning effectively. Because you are no longer experiencing any burning or stinging sensations, you should not take any further medicine. This medication has been known to produce peculiar outcomes in a variety of diagnostic procedures. You are required to disclose your use of nitroglycerin to any physician who treats you. Do not suddenly stop taking nitroglycerin if you have been taking it on a regular basis to prevent angina. If you do so, you run the risk of experiencing a severe episode of the condition. Always be sure to have this medication on available in case you get an episode of angina. It is important that you have the prescription for your medicine renewed before you run out completely. What should I do if I forget a dose? While nitroglycerin is taken on an as-needed basis, a regular dose plan may not be necessary for you. If you are taking the prescription on a consistent basis, take the missing dose as soon as you realize you have forgotten it. If there will be less than two hours until your next dosage, you should skip the one you missed. It is not necessary to take additional medication in order to make up for a missed dosage. What other substances could react with this medication? Nitroglycerin has the potential to interact with a wide variety of medications. This does not include all of the conceivable combinations of factors. Talk to your primary care physician about all of your current medications, as well as any new or discontinued medications, while you are undergoing treatment with nitroglycerin. This is especially important if you are taking any of the following: aspirin or heparin; a diuretic or "water pill;" medication to treat depression or mental illness; or ergot medicine to treat migraine headaches, such as dihydroergotamine, ergotamine, ergonovine, or methyler This list is not exhaustive; nitroglycerin may interact negatively with a wide variety of other medications as well. This include both prescription and over-the-counter medications, in addition to herbal and vitamin supplements. Provide any healthcare practitioner who is treating you with a list of all the medications you are currently taking. What side effects should I be on the lookout for when using this medication? It's possible that this medication will affect either your thoughts or your reactions. While you are driving or engaging in any activity that needs you to be aware, exercise extreme caution. If you have been sitting or lying down, you should avoid getting up too quickly because you may have dizziness. In order to avoid falling, carefully stand up while keeping your balance. Avoid consuming alcohol. Drinking alcohol can cause your blood pressure to drop, and it also has the potential to amplify the negative effects of nitroglycerin (dizziness, drowsiness, feeling light-headed, or fainting). What potential negative reactions may I have to this medication? If you are experiencing symptoms of an allergic response, such as hives, trouble breathing, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, you should seek immediate medical attention. If you are experiencing signs of a heart attack, such as discomfort or pressure in the chest, pain that is extending to your jaw or shoulder, nausea, perspiration, or a general sense of being unwell, you should seek immediate medical treatment. Nitroglycerin usage, particularly at the beginning of such use, is associated with a heightened risk of severe headaches. When you continue to take nitroglycerin, you may notice that the intensity of these headaches begins to lessen over time. It is imperative that you continue to take this medication. Always check with your primary care provider before using any medication for headache discomfort. If you have severe or throbbing headaches that do not become less severe with continued use of nitroglycerin, pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest, slow heart rate, blurred vision or dry mouth, or a feeling of lightheadedness that makes you feel like you might pass out, you should contact your doctor as soon as possible. Flushing (warmth, redness, or a tingly feeling), pale skin, increased sweating, flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling), feeling weak or dizzy, headache, dizziness, spinning sensation, nausea, vomiting, flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling), or feeling tingly or burning when the tablet is in your mouth. Where should I store my medication, if you please? Keep the pills dry and out of direct sunlight by putting them in the glass jar and storing it at room temperature. While not in use, ensure that the cap is securely fastened on the bottle.