GTN Flashcards

1
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PRESENTATION

A

under tongue spray 400mcg

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2
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ACTION

A

vasodilator reduces blood pressure

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3
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INDICATIONS

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  • cardiac chest pain due to angina or MI

- pulmonary oedema

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4
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CONTRAINDICATIONS

A

hypotension
hypovalemia
head trauma

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5
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SIDE EFFECTS

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  • dizzyness
  • hypotension
  • headaches
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6
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DOSAGE/ ADMIN

A

1-2 sprays under tongue
interval 5-10 mins
no max limit

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