Nitroglycerin
Information about Nitroglycerin
Nitroglycerin uses
Nitroglycerin is used in the treatment of chest pain (angina).
How nitroglycerin works
Nitroglycerin reduces the workload of the heart. As a result, the heart muscle does not need as much blood and oxygen supply.
Common side effects of nitroglycerin
Headache, Dizziness, Increased heart rate, Flushing of face, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)