GTN Flashcards
1
Q
PRESENTATION
A
under tongue spray 400mcg
2
Q
ACTION
A
vasodilator reduces blood pressure
3
Q
INDICATIONS
A
- cardiac chest pain due to angina or MI
- pulmonary oedema
4
Q
CONTRAINDICATIONS
A
hypotension
hypovalemia
head trauma
5
Q
SIDE EFFECTS
A
- dizzyness
- hypotension
- headaches
6
Q
DOSAGE/ ADMIN
A
1-2 sprays under tongue
interval 5-10 mins
no max limit