Glyceryl Trinitrate 500mcg Tablets (GTN)

Glyceryl Trinitrate 500mcg Tablets (GTN)

What are Glyceryl Trinitrate 500mcg Tablets?

Glyceryl Trinitrate belongs to the group of medicines called nitrates. It is used to prevent angina (chest pain) caused by coronary artery disease (heart disease). 

When used regularly on a long-term basis, this helps prevent angina attacks from occurring.
 

How does Glyceryl Trinitrate work as a treatment for Cardiovascular diseases?

Glyceryl Trinitrate works by relaxing the blood vessels and increasing the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart. This reduces the hearts workload.

What are Cardiovascular Diseases?
 

Cardiovascular disease includes numerous problems that effect the heart and blood vessels. A person with cardiovascular disease may be symptomatic or be asymptomatic. 

List of most common Cardiovascular diseases:

• Arrhythmia
• Valve disease
• Coronary artery disease
• Heart failure
• Peripheral artery disease
• Aortic disease
• Congenital heart disease
• Pericardial disease
• Cerebrovascular disease.
• Deep vein thrombosis

Problems included in cardiovascular diseases are:

• Abnormal heart rhythms.
• Heart valve disease.
• Narrowing of the blood vessels in your heart, other organs or throughout your body with plaque.
• Heart squeezing (tightening) and relaxation difficulties.
• Heart and blood vessel problems from birth.
• Problems with your heart’s outer lining.

Emergency supplys of: GTN tablets

GTN is a prescription only medicine and an Emergency Supply can only be issued if you are currently being prescribed this medication by your GP for Cardiovascular diseases.  You will need to fill out a questionnaire, which is then reviewed to make sure GTN is a suitable treatment for you. You will also need to upload proof that you have used this item before. If your order is approved, your GTN can be sent directly to you.

Also available:

Buy GTN spray here

Warnings and Precautions

Always take this medication exactly as directed by your GP.

Keep out of sight and Reach of children.

If you are taking any new medications even over the counter medicines whilst taking Isosorbie mononitrate you should make your GP aware to prevent interactions.

Ingredients:

Active ingredients: Glyceryl Trinitrate 

How do I take Glyceryl Trinitrate 500mcg Tablets (GTN)?

GTN must be used exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. If you are unsure contact your GP.

Recommended starting dose is usually:

ONE tablet placed under your tongue as soon as possible. If you're still in pain after 5 minutes you can have a second dose by putting ONE more tablet under your tongue. If you're still in pain after 5 minutes you can have a third and final dose.

Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed.

What are the side effects of Glyceryl Trinitrate Tablets (GTN)?
 

The most common is a ‘pounding’ headache, which may only be short lived. Over the counter painkillers, eg Paracetamol, may be used if necessary but please inform your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.

Dizziness—this can be avoided by sitting down when using GTN.

GTN can also cause you to feel flushed.

Any concerns or queries regarding any side effects this medicine has caused or could cause you can call your GP or our pharmacist.

If you have any severe side effects seek medical assitance as soon as possible.