Nitroglycerin sublingual
Nitroglycerin sublingual (Nitrostat)
Nitroglycerin Sublingual
(nye-troh- GLIH-sir-in)
Pregnancy Category: C NitroQuick Nitrostat (Rx)

Classification: Antianginal agent (coronary vasodilator)

See Also: See also Antianginal Drugs, Nitrates/Nitrites.

Action/Kinetics: Sublingual. Onset: 1-3 min; duration: 30-60 min.

Uses: Agents of choice for prophylaxis and treatment of angina pectoris.

Special Concerns: Dosage has not been established in children.

How Supplied: Tablet: 0.3 mg, 0.4 mg, 0.6 mg

Dosage
?Sublingual Tablets
150-600 mcg under the tongue or in the buccal pouch at first sign of attack; may be repeated in 5 min if necessary (no more than 3 tablets should be taken within 15 min). For prophylaxis, tablets may be taken 5-10 min prior to activities that may precipitate an attack.