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How to use
Use this ointment exactly as prescribed by your health care professional.
Contact your paediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children.
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Side Effects
If you notice any of the symptoms listed below or any other symptoms which seem severe/persistent contact your doctor immediately.
skin irritation from application of the ointment
swelling of the face/lips/tongue
unusual weak/tired feeling
dry mouth
vomiting
sweating
headache
nausea
blurred vision
skin rash/itching/hives
flushing of the face/neck
irregular heartbeat/palpitations
a feeling of extreme pressure in the head
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Drug Interaction
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medication or any other medication in any other form.
phenothiazines(chlorpromazine/mesoridazine/prochlorperazine/thioridazine)
other medication used to treat angina
medication for mental depression
heparin
alteplase
aspirin
medication for high blood pressure
certain migraine medicines(like ergotamine/DHE)
medicines for treatment of erectile dysfunction(sildenafil/tadalafil/vardenafil)
Inform your doctor about any other medication you may be taking in any other form.
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Over Dose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
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Notes
Do not treat yourself with OTC medication whilst on a course with this medication, without consulting with your health care professional.
If you conceive whilst on a course with this medication inform your doctor immediately.
If you need to undergo any kind of surgery, inform your doctor you are taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to conceive.
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Missed Dose
Do not double applications to make up for a missed application.
Consult your health care professional about your missed application.
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Uses
Nitroglycerin relaxes the anal sphincter muscle and provides immediate symptomatic relief in pain and spasm.Glyceryl trinitrate is an organic nitrate that donates nitric oxide.
Nitroglycerin ointment is an ideal treatment for anal fissure as one can avoid surgery.
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Other Uses
This ointment is sometimes used to treat chest pains.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
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Storage
Store at room temperature between 15-30 degrees C / 59-86 degrees F, away from heat and moisture.
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Precaution
Avoid applying this ointment on injured/ irritated/calloused/scarred areas.
Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :
head injury/recent stroke
previous heart attack
bleeding in the brain
liver disease
anaemia
Avoid alcohol and alcohol containing beverages whilst on a course with this medication.