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Glyceryl Trinitrate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: ANGISED

Strength: 0.5 mg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 31.00

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Glyceryl Trinitrate

Class: | Nitrate vasodilator Use: | Treatment of angina pectoris, heart failure, and acute myocardial infarction; used to relieve chest pain by dilating blood vessels Adult dose: | 0.5 mg sublingually as needed for angina; may repeat every 5 minutes as needed, up to 3 doses in 15 minutes Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established; not typically recommended for pediatric use Side effects: | Headache, dizziness, flushing, hypotension, tachycardia, nausea Contraindications: | H

Drug Class

Nitrate vasodilator

Uses & Indications

Treatment of angina pectoris, heart failure, and acute myocardial infarction; used to relieve chest pain by dilating blood vessels

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F) in a tightly closed container, protected from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: GlaxoSmithKline South Africa (Pty) Ltd, SOUTH AFRICA

Package Size

100's Bottle

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 31.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

0.5 mg sublingually as needed for angina; may repeat every 5 minutes as needed, up to 3 doses in 15 minutes

Pediatric Dose

Safety and efficacy not established; not typically recommended for pediatric use

Side Effects

Headache, dizziness, flushing, hypotension, tachycardia, nausea

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to nitrates, severe anemia, closed-angle glaucoma, concurrent use with phosphodiesterase inhibitors (e.g., sildenafil), and severe hypotension

Important Warnings

Risk of severe hypotension, especially in patients with volume depletion or those taking antihypertensive medications; tolerance may develop with prolonged use; should not be abruptly discontinued after long-term use

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Glyceryl Trinitrate available in UAE pharmacies:

ANGISED 0.5 mg Tablets CARDISPRAY 0.4 mg Sublingual Spray GLYCERINE TRINITRATE 0.5 mg Sublingual Tablets GLYCERYL TRINITRATE 0.5 mg Sublingual Tablets GLYCERYL TRINITRATE 0.5 mg Sublingual Tablets GLYCERYL TRINITRATE 0.5 mg Sublingual Tablets GLYCERYL TRINITRATE 5 mg/10ml Solution For Injection GLYCERYL TRINITRATE 5 mg/ml Solution For Injection GLYCERYL TRINITRATE 5 mg/ml Solution For Injection GLYCERYL TRINITRATE 5 mg/ml Solution For Injection

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See also: Other Nitrate vasodilator medicines available in UAE pharmacies

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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