What it's used for
Nitroglycerin extended-release capsules are used to prevent angina pectoris caused by coronary artery disease. They do not act quickly enough to abort an acute anginal episode.
Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).
Typical dosing
Dosing regimens must provide a daily nitrate-free interval to avoid the development of tolerance, which is the loss of clinical response from continuous 24-hour plasma levels.
Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.
Common side effects
Adverse reactions are generally dose-related and result from vasodilation, with severe headache being the most commonly reported side effect.
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