Nitro-Derm Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information
Nitro-Derm is given for the prevention and treatment for chest pain
(Angina Pectoris). Nitro-Derm helps improve oxygen supply by relaxing the
walls of blood vessels, resulting in their dilation and reducing the
workload of the heart.Main ingredient in Nitro-Derm is Nitroglycerin.
Nitro-Derm Side Effects
Nitro-Derm side effects include dizziness, headache, light-headedness, worsened angina pain and flushing. Rare Nitro-Derm side effects may include dry mouth, diarrhea, fainting, heart pounding, low blood pressure, nausea, vomiting, pallor, restlessness, severe allergic reactions, rash, sweating, vertigo, fatigue, and numbness.
Nitro-Derm Side Effects Reporting
If you experience any Nitro-Derm side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.
NITRO-DERM CAUTION
Inform your physician about any medical condition that you already have
before using Nitro-Derm. These conditions include previous or recent heart
attack, stroke, kidney or liver problems, head injury, anemia, glaucoma,
hyperthyroidism and low blood pressure.
Nitro-Derm may cause severe low blood pressure, dizziness and fainting.
Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how Nitro-Derm
affects you.
Avoid using Nitro-Derm if you are allergic to nitrates or nitrites or
to the adhesive in the patch.
Nitro-Derm capsule should not be used if you have closed-angle glaucoma
or postural hypotension.
Avoid using the Nitro-Derm tablets if you are using drugs for erectile
dysfunction (impotence).
Contact your physician right away if your vision becomes blurry or you
experience dry mouth while taking Nitro-Derm.
NITRO-DERM INTERACTION
Nitro-Derm may cause extreme low blood pressure when combined with high
blood pressure medicines such as:
Beta-blocker
Calcium channel
blockers
isosorbide dinitrate
isosorbide mononitrate
blood
vessel dilators
Nitro-Derm may also cause a severe drop in blood pressure when taken
with the impotence drug such as sildenafil (Viagra) or similar drugs.
Aspirin and other NSAIDs may enhance the effects of Nitro-Derm.
Alcohol may cause a sudden decrease in blood pressure when combined
with Nitro-Derm.
Inform your doctor if you are using any herbs that may increase or
decrease blood pressure such as ginseng, hawthorn, saw palmetto etc.
NITRO-DERM AND PREGNANCY
The effects of Nitro-Derm on pregnancy have not been established.
If you are, or planning to become pregnant, inform your physician
before starting Nitro-Derm.
Nitro-Derm does pass into breast milk. Nursing mothers should switch to
bottle-feed while using Nitro-Derm.
NITRO-DERM DOSES
Patch:
For the prevention of angina attack, apply 1 patch every
24-hour period to hairless skin. Make sure to discard the used patch
properly away from children and pets as the leftover drug may cause harm
to them.
Ointment:
For prevention, apply 1-2 in. to a hairless skin every 4-8
hours. Rotate application sites to prevent skin inflammation or rash. Do
not rub or massage the skin.
NITRO-DERM OVERDOSE
Nitro-Derm overdose symptoms may include low blood pressure,
headache, bluish skin, dizziness, confusion, diarrhea, breathing
difficulty, fainting, fever, flushed skin, loss of appetite, nausea,
seizures, sweating, vertigo, visual disturbances, vomiting, paralysis, and
coma. In case of Nitro-Derm overdose seek emergency hospital help right
away. If you miss a dose of Nitro-Derm, take it as soon as you can. However,
if it is just about time for your next dose, skip the one you forgot and
go on with your regular schedule. Avoid taking a double dose.
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