GTN
Composition for GTN Products
GTN Products are primarily used for
Angina (heart-related chest pain), Heart Failure, Coronary artery diseaseProducts for GTN
GTN Spray
packet of 200 MDI Sublingual Spray
MRP₹280.3
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About GTN Products
Uses of GTN Products
Nitroglycerin is used in the treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain), Heart Failure, coronary artery disease, hypertensive emergency and anal fissure.
GTN Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of GTN are Dizziness, Headache, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing), Tachycardia, Weakness.
How GTN Products work
Nitroglycerin is a nitrate. It works by relaxing the blood vessels which decreases the oxygen demand of the heart and reduces its workload, thereby preventing/treating attacks of angina (chest pain).
In Depth Information for GTN Products
- GTN may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking GTN as it may cause increased dizziness.
- It may cause headaches which usually go away after a few days of continued treatment. Inform your doctor if it persists.
- You may develop tolerance to GTN with time, meaning that the same dose may be less effective next time. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule to avoid this.
- Stop taking medications (prescribed for erectile dysfunction) like sildenafil or tadalafil while on treatment with GTN as it may cause low blood pressure.
- You have been prescribed GTN for the prevention and treatment of heart-related chest pain (angina).
- Eat healthy (low-fat, high-fiber, low-sodium diet), quit smoking, increase your physical activity, watch your weight and reduce stress.
- GTN may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking GTN as it may cause increased dizziness.
- It may cause headaches which usually go away after a few days of continued treatment. Inform your doctor if it persists.
- You may develop tolerance to GTN with time, meaning that the same dose may be less effective next time. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule to avoid this.
- Stop taking medications (prescribed for erectile dysfunction) like sildenafil or tadalafil while on treatment with GTN as it may cause low blood pressure.
Patient Concerns about GTN Products
Frequently asked questions about GTN Products
Q. How long does it take for GTN Spray to act?
GTN Spray starts working very quickly. If the medicine is kept under the tongue, the effect starts 1-3 minutes later and reaches its maximum within 5 minutes.
Q. What effect does GTN Spray have on blood pressure?
GTN Spray decreases the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels, but is not recommended for the treatment of high blood pressure. The drop in blood pressure may cause lightheadedness, especially when changing your position suddenly.
Q. Does the effect of GTN Spray wear off after sometime?
Yes, excessive use of GTN Spray may cause tolerance which means that GTN Spray may lose its effectiveness on you. Therefore, usually the doctors prescribe the smallest dose required for effective relief of acute angina attack. This helps maintain the effectiveness of GTN Spray.
Q. What does too much GTN Spray do?
Excess GTN Spray may result in low blood pressure, sweating, nausea, vomiting, headache, weak and fast pulse. It may also cause weakness, lightheadedness on standing and the patient might even faint. The patient will require emergency medical treatment in such a case.
Q. Can I stop using GTN Spray as I feel better now?
Stopping GTN Spray suddenly may bring on attacks of angina, especially if you have been using it for several weeks or more. Talk to your doctor who will advise you to reduce the dose gradually over 4 to 6 weeks before you stop using it completely.
Q. Does GTN Spray stop heart attacks?
GTN Spray is prescribed to prevent attacks of heart-related chest pain (angina) in patients with coronary artery disease. In this disease the blood vessels (coronary arteries) which supply blood to the heart become narrowed because of which the heart has to work harder to get enough oxygen. GTN Spray prevents angina by relaxing the blood vessels so that the heart does not have to work very hard. Also, relaxation of coronary arteries increases the oxygen supply to the heart.
Q. Can I take sildenafil if I am taking GTN Spray?
No, you should not take GTN Spray if you have taken sildenafil. Taking these two medicines together may increase the risk of excessive fall in blood pressure, which is hazardous. Maintain a gap of at least 24 hours if you have to use GTN Spray after taking sildenafil.