Cardiovascular Medicine Book

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Short Acting NitroglycerinAka: Short Acting Nitrates, Sublingual Nitroglycerin, Nitroglycerin Spray

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  1. Indications
    1. Acute Myocardial Ischemia (Angina Pectoris)
      1. Exertional or rest Angina
  2. Special Instructions
    1. Short shelf life: Refill every 6 months
    2. Seek immediate attention for:
      1. Anginal pain despite 3 Nitroglycerins in 15 minutes
  3. Preparations
    1. Nitroglycerin Spray (0.4 mg/spray)
      1. Spray 1 prn Angina up to 3 sprays in 15 minutes
    2. Nitroglycerin Sublingual (0.15 to 0.6 mg)
      1. Sublingual 0.4 mg prn Angina up to 3 in 15 minutes

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