Nitrocot Side Effects
Generic name: nitroglycerin
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 29, 2024.
Note: This document contains side effect information about nitroglycerin. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Nitrocot.
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to nitroglycerin: buccal tablet extended release, intravenous solution, oral capsule extended release, rectal ointment, sublingual powder, sublingual spray, sublingual tablet, transdermal film extended release, transdermal ointment.
General
The most common side effect is headache.[Ref]
Nervous system
Very common (10% or more): Headache (up to 64%)
Common (1% to 10%): Dizziness, lightheadedness, syncope, vertigo, drowsiness
Rare (0.1% to 0.01%): Severe and prolonged headache
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Cerebral ischemia
Frequency not reported: Faintness, somnolence[Ref]
Cardiovascular
Common (1% to 10%): Hypotension, angina increased, paradoxical bradycardia, tachycardia, orthostatic hypotension, blood pressure decreased, facial flushing
Uncommon (0.1 to 1%): Circulatory collapse
Rare (less than 0.1%): Bradycardia, cyanosis, flushing, heart rate increase
Frequency not reported: Crescendo angina, rebound hypertension, palpitations, hypertension, decreased arterial oxygen tension, severe arterial hypotension with bradycardia, transient flushing[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Common (1% to 10%): Nausea, vomiting
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Dry mouth
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Heartburn, halitosis
Frequency not reported: Abdominal pain, retching, lip and tongue swelling[Ref]
Dermatologic
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Dermatitis contact, erythema, pruritus, burning, irritation, eczema, urticaria
Rare (0.01 to 0.1%): Allergic skin reactions, rash
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Exfoliative dermatitis, drug rash
Frequency not reported: Cutaneous flushing, diaphoresis, angioedema
Postmarketing reports: Rash generalized[Ref]
Other
Common (1% to 10%): Asthenia, weakness
Frequency not reported: Retrosternal discomfort[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
Rare (less than 0.1%): Hypersensitivity reactions, anaphylaxis
Frequency not reported: Allergic reaction, anaphylactoid reaction[Ref]
Psychiatric
Common (1% to 10%): Restlessness
Frequency not reported: Apprehension[Ref]
Respiratory
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Impairment of respiration
Frequency not reported: Hypoxemia, dyspnea[Ref]
Hematologic
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Methemoglobinemia[Ref]
Ocular
Rare (less than 0.1%): Blurred vision
Frequency not reported: Increased ocular pressure[Ref]
Musculoskeletal
Frequency not reported: Muscle twitching[Ref]
Frequently asked questions
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References
1. Product Information. Tridil (nitroglycerin). DuPont Pharmaceuticals. 2002;PROD.
2. Product Information. Nitrostat (nitroglycerin). Parke-Davis. 2002;PROD.
3. Product Information. Nitrolingual (nitroglycerin). First Horizon Pharmaceutical Corporation. 2004.
4. Cerner Multum, Inc. UK Summary of Product Characteristics.
5. Cerner Multum, Inc. Australian Product Information.
Further information
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