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Nitrates
Nitroglycerin and its relatives have been commonly used in the treatment of coronary heart disease. Nitroglycerin and nitrates are very useful in treating acute episodes of chest pain (angina). Nitroglycerin can also be given intravenously as well as in a variety of long acting oral preparations. Nitroglycerin is also absorbed very well through the skin and therefore may also be given as Nitropaste as well as Nitroglycerin skin patches. The major side effect of nitrate use is headache. Nitrates also lower blood pressure and therefore dizziness may occasionally be seen.
Nitroglycerin preparations should not be stopped suddenly as they may lead to a heart attack. One should only stop this family of drugs on the recommendation of one's physician and then do so gradually.
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