Nitroglycerin, an organic nitrate, is a vasodilator which has effects on both
arteries and veins. The chemical name for nitroglycerin is 1,2,3-propanetriol
trinitrate (C3H5N3O9). The compound
has a molecular weight of 227.09. The chemical structure is:
Nitrolingual® Pumpspray (nitroglycerin lingual spray 400 mcg) is a metered
dose spray containing nitroglycerin. This product delivers nitroglycerin (400
mcg per spray, 60 or 200 metered sprays) in the form of spray droplets onto
or under the tongue. Inactive ingredients: medium-chain triglycerides, dehydrated
alcohol, medium-chain partial glycerides, peppermint oil.
What are the possible side effects of nitroglycerin (Nitrolingual, Nitrolingual Duo Pack, Nitroquick, Nitrostat)?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- fast, slow, pounding, or uneven heart rate;
- blurred vision or dry mouth;
- nausea, vomiting, sweating, pale skin, feeling like you might pass out; or
- fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering,...
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Last reviewed on RxList: 11/3/2008
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.