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Nitroglycerin topical ointment
Nitroglycerin topical ointment (Nitro-Bid)
Nitroglycerin Topical Ointment
(nye-troh-
GLIH-sir-in)
Pregnancy Category: C
Nitro-Bid
Nitrol
Nitrol TSAR Kit
Nitrong
(Rx)
Classification:
Antianginal agent (coronary vasodilator)
See Also:
See also
Antianginal Drugs, Nitrates/Nitrites
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Action/Kinetics:
Onset: 30-60 min;
duration: 2-12 hr (depending on amount used per unit of surface area).
Uses:
Prophylaxis and treatment of angina pectoris due to CAD.
Special Concerns:
Dosage has not been established in children.
How Supplied:
Ointment: 2%
Dosage
?Topical Ointment (2%)
1-2 in. (15-30 mg) q 8 hr; up to 4-5 in. (60-75 mg) q 4 hr may be necessary. One inch equals approximately 15 mg nitroglycerin. Determine optimum dosage by starting with
1/2 in. q 8 hr and increasing by
1/2 in. with each successive dose until headache occurs; then, decrease to largest dose that does not cause headache. When ending treatment, reduce both the dose and frequency of administration over 4-6 weeks to prevent sudden withdrawal reactions. |
