How do you take GoNitro to treat an angina attack (chest pain)?
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- 17 Aug 2016
- Updated
- 17 August 2016
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- faq, angina, angina pectoris prophylaxis, chest pain, gonitro
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Official Answer by Drugs.com
17 Aug 2016
GoNitro (nitroglycerin) sublingual powder is a nitrate vasodilator used for acute relief of angina or to help prevent angina (chest pain).
To use at the onset of an attack, place the granules from 1 or 2 packets (400 mcg each) under your tongue.
One additional packet of granules may be used under the tongue every 5 minutes as needed, but no more than 3 packets (1200 mcg) within a 15 minute period.
Seek immediate medical care if chest pain persists after using 3 packets.
Further Information
- GoNitro Information for Consumers
- GoNitro Information for Healthcare Professionals (includes dosage details)
- Side Effects of GoNitro (detailed)
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