What is the use of medicine Nitrolong?

What is the use of medicine Nitrolong?

Nitrolong 2.6 Tablet CR is used to treat and prevent heart-related chest pain (angina). Angina occurs when the heart muscle is not getting enough blood. This medicine works by relaxing and widening blood vessels so blood can flow more easily to the heart.

What is Nitrolong?

Nitrolong (2.6mg) is an organic nitrate, prescribed for angina and heart failure. It relaxes blood vessels and helps the heart in pumping the blood easily.

What is glyceryl trinitrate used for?

Glyceryl trinitrate, or GTN, is a type of medicine called a nitrate. It is used to treat angina (chest pain). It can help stop chest pain if an angina attack has already started. It can also help to prevent them from starting.

What happens when you take a nitroglycerin pill?

Nitroglycerin works by relaxing the smooth muscle and blood vessels in your body. This increases the amount of blood and oxygen that reaches your heart. In turn, your heart doesn’t work as hard. This reduces chest pain.

When should you not use GTN?

Do not use GTN Spray: • If you are allergic to glyceryl trinitrate or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6). If you have severe low blood pressure. If you have shock caused by low blood pressure. If you have severe anaemia.

Does nitroglycerin stop heart attacks?

It may not stop the heart attack, but it could lessen the damage by thinning the blood and breaking up clots. Take nitroglycerin for chest pain if you have a prescription. Unlock the door so the paramedics can get in. Call a friend or neighbor to wait with you.

Can I take 2 sorbitrate?

Take this medication by mouth, usually 2 to 3 times daily or as directed by your doctor. It is important to take the drug at the same times each day. Do not change the dosing times unless directed by your doctor.

Is sorbitrate a nitroglycerin?

Your list includes two medicines belonging to the ‘nitrates’ category: nitroglycerin. Sorbitrate (isosorbide dinitrate)

What are the side effects of nitrolong 2.6mg tablet CR?

A nitrate, Nitrolong 2.6Mg Tablet Cr helps in treating spontaneous coronary artery spasm and angina pectoris. Ensure to notify your doctor, if you experience any side effects such as headache, nausea, facial flushing, tachycardia, halitosis, restlessness, etc.

How often should I take nitrolong 2.6mg tablets?

Always take NITROLONG 2.6MG as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. The usual dosage is 1 or 2 tablet, three times a day, between meals. Your doctor will decide the correct dose for you depending upon your condition.

Is it safe to take nitrolong 2.6 while breastfeeding?

Nitrolong 2.6 Tablet CR is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Nitrolong 2.6 Tablet CR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy.