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Glyceryl Trinitrate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: CARDISPRAY

Strength: 0.4 mg | Form: Sublingual Spray

Price in UAE: AED 42.00

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Glyceryl Trinitrate

Class: | Nitrate vasodilator Use: | Treatment and prevention of angina pectoris (chest pain) due to coronary artery disease Adult dose: | 0.4 mg sublingually as needed for acute angina; may repeat every 5 minutes as necessary, up to a maximum of 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: | Hypersensitivity to gl

Drug Class

Nitrate vasodilator

Uses & Indications

Treatment and prevention of angina pectoris (chest pain) due to coronary artery disease

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light and moisture; keep out of reach of children

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Julphar (Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries), U.A.E

Package Size

300 Metered Dose Unit

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 42.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

0.4 mg sublingually as needed for acute angina; may repeat every 5 minutes as necessary, up to a maximum of 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 glyceryl trinitrate or any component of the formulation; severe anemia; closed-angle glaucoma; hypotension; concurrent use with phosphodiesterase inhibitors (e.g., sildenafil)

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 used in acute myocardial infarction without medical supervision

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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