Glytrin

What is it?

An antianginal preparation which is a nitrate, available as an aerosol delivering 0.4mg of glyceryl trinitrate per metered dose.

Medical Uses

Acute attack of anginal pain.

Dosage

Adults, 1 or 2 doses at start of attack or, as preventative, before physical exertion. The spray should be directed into the mouth under the tongue, and the mouth closed immediately. Maximum dose is 3 sprays.

Special Care

Do not inhale the spray.

Avoid Use

Children, brain haemorrhage or injury, low blood pressure, enlarged heart, stenosis (narrowing) of mitral valve of heart, patients with shock or serious anaemia.

Known Side Effects

Flushing, dizziness, headache.

Manufacturer

Sanofi-Synthelabo.