Generic name: nitroglycerin (topical) [ NYE-troe-GLIS-er-in ]
Brand names: Nitro-Bid, Nitrol Appli-Kit
Dosage form: transdermal ointment (2%)
Drug classes:Antianginal agents, Vasodilators
What is nitroglycerin topical?
Nitroglycerin is used to prevent attacks of chest pain (angina).
Nitroglycerin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use nitroglycerin if you are also using medicine to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension or erectile dysfunction.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use nitroglycerin if you are allergic to it.
Do not take erectile dysfunction medicine (Viagra, Cialis, Levitra, Stendra, Staxyn, sildenafil, avanafil, tadalafil, vardenafil) while you are using nitroglycerin topical. Using erectile dysfunction medicine with nitroglycerin can cause a sudden and serious decrease in blood pressure.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
