Question 1

what effects does nitroglycerin have on children?

Accepted Answer

Not used: As nitroglycerine is used to treat chest pain related to coronary artery disease, it is not usually used in children. As in the adult, it would transiently lower the blood pressure.

Question 2

can you get a buzz from nitroglycerin?

Accepted Answer

Nothing good: The most common side effects are a pounding headache and dizziness/lightheadedness from low bp. Not recommended for recreation.

Question 3

if a person were to take nitroquick (nitroglycerin) and was not have pains in his chest, what could happen?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: Nothing would happen. People who aren't used to nitro sometimes get a headache that is harmless and goes away over about 30 minutes. People who overdose will get low blood pressure and can pass out. There are no serious consequence.  It is often used in practice by people who have chest pain of unclear cause with no harm done.

Question 4

do you need a prescription for nitroquick (nitroglycerin)?

Accepted Answer

NitroQuick (nitroglycerin): Yes, prescription is needed for NitroQuick (nitroglycerin).

Question 5

what happens if you give somebody nitroglycerin for a stroke?

Accepted Answer

Try to avoid this: Potentially ntg can drop the blood pressure which is the last thing you want to do to someone having a stroke (this will underperfuse the damaged area in the brain and extend the stroke). Ntg should only be given for a clear indication and with close monitoring of blood pressure in a setting that can reverse the effects if necessary ie a hospital, during a stroke.

Question 6

what does nitroglycerin do in the body?

Accepted Answer

Dilates blood vessel: It dilates blood vessels temporarily.  If it dilates coronary ateries it can stop an episode of chest pain.  Jf it dilates arteries in the brain it can cause a headache.  It can teporarily lower blood pressure.

Question 7

who should not use nitroquick (nitroglycerin)?

Accepted Answer

NitroQuick (nitroglycerin): A significant list at :  http://www.drugs.com/disease-interactions/nitroglycerin,nitroquick.html

Question 8

how to know if i overdosed on nitrostat, (nitroglycerin) i may have symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms, BP: Excessive nitroglycerin typically lowers your blood pressure so you might feel dizziness, weakness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting and/or rapid heart rate.  Fortunately, the effects of Nitrostat wear off soon.  If you have persistent symptoms, go to the Emergency Room.

Question 9

does nitroglycerin kill people?

Accepted Answer

No: No, but since it is used to treat a symptom of a potentially fatal disease, the more you need it the higher the risk. It can interact with viagra, levitra, (vardenafil) and Cialis to dangerously lower your blood pressure.

Question 10

what is an alternative drug for nitroglycerin for thoae taking sildenafil?

Accepted Answer

There is: No alternative for nitroglycerine if you need it. All nitroglycerine and similar nitrate products can be potentially dangerous with ed products and the combination should be avoided.

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