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Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules |
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What is Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules
Preventing chronic chest pain caused by heart disease. It also may be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules is a nitrate. It works by relaxing blood vessels. Chest pain occurs when the heart needs more oxygen than it can get. Relaxing blood vessels allows blood to flow more easily. This reduces the heart's workload and the amount of oxygen needed by the heart.
Important safety information:
- Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules may cause dizziness, light-headedness, or blurred vision. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
- Check with your doctor before you drink alcohol while you are taking Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules. Drinking alcohol may increase the risk of low blood pressure with Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules.
- Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules may cause dizziness, light-headedness, or fainting; alcohol, hot weather, exercise, or fever may increase these effects. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Sit or lie down at the first sign of any of these effects.
- Contact your doctor right away if you develop slow heartbeat or new or worsening chest pain after you take Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules.
- Tell your doctor or dentist that you take Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
- Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules may give you daily headaches. This should become less noticeable with time. Do not change how you use Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules to avoid these headaches. Talk with your doctor for ways to lessen this side effect.
- Other dosage forms of Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules may not work as well while you are taking Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules.
- Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules takes about 1 to 2 hours to start working and should not be used for a sudden chest pain attack.
- You may need to check your blood pressure often while using Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules. Talk with your doctor.
- Use Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
- Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules is not recommended for use in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules while you are pregnant. It is not known if Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
When used for long periods of time without a break, Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules may not work as well. This is known as TOLERANCE. Increasing the dose is not effective in managing tolerance to Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules. Tolerance to other nitrates or nitrites may also occur. Be sure to have a "nitrate-free" period of time each day to help prevent this tolerance. Talk with your doctor if Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules stops working well. Do not take more than prescribed.
Some people who use Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules for a long time without a break may develop a physical need to continue taking it. This is known as physical DEPENDENCE. If you use Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules without a break and then suddenly stop using it, you may get WITHDRAWAL symptoms. These may include chest pain, heart attack, or possibly sudden death. Be sure to have a "nitrate-free" period of time each day; this may help prevent dependence and withdrawal problems.
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Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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References
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- "Nitroglycerin". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "Nitroglycerin". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0072... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules - Frequently asked Questions
Can Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules?
Some medical conditions may interact with Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you drink alcoholic beverages
- if you have a history of other heart problems, overactive thyroid, stroke or other bleeding in the brain, or recent head injury
- if you have anemia, low blood pressure, dehydration, or low blood volume
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
- Avanafil, beta-blockers (eg, propranolol), calcium channel blockers (eg, diltiazem), diuretics (eg, furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide), medicines for high blood pressure, phenothiazines (eg, thioridazine), riociguat, sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil because the risk of low blood pressure and dizziness on standing may be increased
- Salicylates (eg, aspirin) because they may increase the risk of Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules controlled-release capsules's side effects
- Alteplase because the effectiveness of Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules may be decreased
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules?
Use Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Take Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules by mouth with or without food.
- Swallow Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules whole. Do not break, crush, or chew before swallowing.
- Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules lasts for about 12 hours. Do not take more of Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules than prescribed. It is important to have a "nitrate-free" period of time for 10 to 12 hours each day for Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules to continue to work well and to decrease the risk of physical dependence.
- If you miss a dose of Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules.
Can Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.Patient reports
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No survey data has been collected yetThree patients reported frequency of use
How often should I take Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules?According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules should take Twice in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
| Patients | % | ||
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| Twice in a day | 3 | 100.0% | |
Three patients reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used?Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
| Patients | % | ||
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| 1-5mg | 3 | 100.0% | |
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No survey data has been collected yetOne patient reported administration
When is the best condition to take Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules: Before or after food?Based on the survey, the users of gmedication.com voted that Nitroglycerin controlled-release capsules is best taken at Before food. It is however worthy of mention that this popular vote may not be an appropriate description for your particular health condition. See your doctor for professional medical advice as regards the best time to take this medicine. If you wish to see the views of other users on the best time to take the medicine, simply click here.
| Patients | % | ||
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| Before food | 1 | 100.0% | |
Three patients reported age
| Patients | % | ||
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| > 60 | 3 | 100.0% | |
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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology