Glyceryl trinitrate (gnt) Flashcards
nitrate
1
Q
Administration
A
Sublingual
Hold pump spray vertically with the valve head uppermost. Place as close to the mouth as possible and spray under the tongue. Close mouth after each dose.
2
Q
Presentation
A
Aerosol spray
metered dose of 0.4mg
3
Q
Indications
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Angina
suspected myocardial infarction (MI)
SBP. > 110mm Hg
4
Q
Class
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Nitrate
5
Q
Dosage
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Angina or Mi max 3 sprays
Adult: 0.4mg sublingual max 1.2mg
Pulmonary Oedema 0.8mg sublingual
Paed: Not indicated
6
Q
Side effects
A
Headache
Transient Hypo-tension
Flushing
Dizziness
7
Q
Contra-indications
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SBP < 110mmhg
K.S.A.R.
Viagra or other type 5 inhibitors used within the past 24hrs
8
Q
Additional information
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Caution mi
If the pump is new or it has not been used for a week or more the first spray should be released into the air.
