Nitromist
Generic name:nitroglycerin [ NYE-troe-GLI-ser-in ]
Drug classes:Antianginal agents, Vasodilators
What is Nitromist?
NitroMist belongs to a group of drugs called nitrates. Nitroglycerin dilates (widens) blood vessels, making it easier for blood to flow through them and easier for the heart to pump.
Nitromist is used to treat or prevent attacks of chest pain (angina).
NitroMist is a metered aerosol spray and each dose should be should be sprayed onto or under the tongue.
Warnings
You should not use Nitromist if you are also using medicine to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Do not take erectile dysfunction medicine (Viagra, Cialis, Levitra and others) while you are using Nitromist.
You should not use Nitromist if you have severe anemia, increased pressure inside your skull, circulation problems, chest pain that spreads to your jaw or shoulder, or signs of shock (pale skin, suddenly feeling light-headed).
Seek emergency medical attention if you have early symptoms of a heart attack (chest pain or pressure, pain spreading to your jaw or shoulder, sweating, general ill feeling).
Get emergency medical help if you still have chest pain after using a total of 3 doses in 15 minutes, or if you have chest pain that seems unusual.
Before using this medicine
You may not be able to use Nitromist if you have:
severe anemia (low red blood cells);
increased pressure inside the skull;
circulation problems or shock (pale or clammy skin, cold sweat, numbness or tingling, fast or irregular heartbeats, or feeling like you might pass out); or
if you also take riociguat or vericiguat.
Do not use erectile dysfunction medicine (such as Viagra, Cialis, or Levitra) or you could have a sudden and serious decrease in blood pressure.
To make sure Nitromist is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
an allergic reaction to nitroglycerin;
a heart attack or other heart problems; or
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Nitromist is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I use Nitromist?
Use Nitromist exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exact...
