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Angina facts
- Angina is one of many causes of chest pain.
- Angina is chest pain that is a result of inadequate oxygen supply to the heart muscle.
- Angina can be caused by coronary artery disease or spasm of the coronary arteries.
- Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG), exercise stress test, stress echocardiography, stress thallium, and cardiac catheterization are important in the diagnosis of angina.
- Treatment of angina includes rest, medications, angioplasty, and/or coronary artery bypass surgery.
Introduction to angina
Angina is one of the serious causes of chest pain. “Angina” is an abbreviation of angina pectoris, a Latin term for “squeezing of the chest.” Chest pain is a common symptom caused by many different conditions. Some causes require prompt medical attention, such as angina, heart attack, blood clots i...
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Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Nitrostat (nitroglycerin) Sublingual Tablets, USP is used to treat or prevent attacks of chest pain (angina). It is in a group of drugs called nitrates. This medication is available in generic form. Common side effects include headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, and flushing as your body adjusts to this medication.
The dose of Nitrostat is one tablet dissolved under the tongue or in the buccal (cheek) pouch at the first sign of an acute anginal attack. The dose may be repeated approximately every 5 minutes until relief is obtained. If pain persists after 3 tablets in 15-minutes, or if the pain is different than typically experienced, prompt medical attention is recommended. Nitrostat may interact with alteplase, aspirin or heparin, bladder or urinary medications, blood pressure medication, bronchodilators, dihydroergotamine or ergotamine, erectile dysfunction medications, antidepressants, beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, irritable bowel medications, medication that causes dry mouth, or medicines to treat psychiatric disorders. Tell your doctor all medications you use. During pregnancy, Nitrostat should be used only when prescribed. It is not known if this drug passes into breast milk or if it may harm a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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Nitrostat Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
Nitroglycerin is indicated for the acute relief of an attack or acute prophylaxis of angina pectoris due to coronary artery disease.
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Nitrostat Patient Information: Side Effects
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, peeling, and red skin rash.
Less serious side effects may include:
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Nitrostat Consumer Information: Uses
Nitroglycerin extended-release capsules are used to prevent chest pain (angina) in people with a certain heart condition (coronary artery disease). This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates. Angina occurs when the heart muscle is not getting enough blood. This drug works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart.
This medication will not relieve chest pain once it occurs. It is also not intended to be taken just before physical activities (such as exercise, sexual activity) to prevent chest pain. Other medications may be needed in ...
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