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What happens if you apply the nitroglycerin patch and get positive results within the first few minutes, but after a short?

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May Adjust Rx: Nitroglycerin is a medication known for what's called "tachyphylaxis" which simply means the effect of the medication wears off over time. Usually, this is a problem after using the medication for a long time. There are different way to administer nitroglycerin and different medications that might be used depending on your medical problem. Consult your doctor soon!

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Answered 8/15/2014

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