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Nitroglycerin Flashcards

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Nitroglycerin Class

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Nitrate

Antianginal

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Nitroglycerin Description

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Smooth muscle relaxant
Reduces cardiac work
Dilates coronary arteries & systemic arteries

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Nitroglycerin Indications

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Angina pectoris

Chest pain associated w/ MI

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Nitroglycerin Contraindications

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Children younger than 12 years
Hypotension
Patients taking Viagra, Cialis or Levitra.

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Nitroglycerin Precautions

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Constantly monitor BP
Syncope
Meds be protected by light
Expires quickly

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Nitroglycerin Side Effects

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Headache
Dizziness
Hypotension

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Adult Dosage

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0.3 or 0.4 mg (sub lingual = under tongue)

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Ped Dosage

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Not indicated

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