GTN Spray Flashcards

1
Q

Common indications

A

Immediate relief of angina

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2
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Common side effects

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Headache, Dizziness, Hypotension, Flushing

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3
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Contraindications

A

Severe hypotension

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4
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Counselling

A

Sit down when you use it, Spray under your tongue and close your mouth, If symptoms are not gone after 3rd dose call 999, Check the expiry date, Prime the spray if not used in over a week

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5
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Monitoring

A

Blood pressure

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