Minitran (transdermal)

Generic name:nitroglycerin (transdermal) [ NYE-troe-GLIS-er-in ]
Brand names: Minitran, Nitro TD Patch-A, Nitro-Dur
Drug classes:Antianginal agents, Vasodilators

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Oct 27, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Minitran transdermal?

Minitran (skin patch) is used to prevent attacks of chest pain (angina). Minitran will not treat an angina attack that has already begun.

Minitran may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to any type of adhesive on a bandage or other transdermal skin patch, or if you are using medicine to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension, such as riociguat.

Do not take erectile dysfunction medicine (Viagra, Cialis, and others) while you are using Minitran, or you could have a sudden and serious decrease in blood pressure.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Minitran if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

• allergy to any type of adhesive on a bandage or other transdermal skin patch; or

• you are using medicine to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension, such as riociguat.

Do not take erectile dysfunction medicine (Viagra, Cialis, Levitra, Stendra, Staxyn, sildenafil, avanafil, tadalafil, vardenafil) while you are using Minitran. Using erectile dysfunction medicine with this medicine can cause a sudden and serious decrease in blood pressure.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• a heart attack or other heart problems;

• a stroke or head injury; or

• low blood pressure.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How should I use Minitran transdermal?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if yo...