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Nitroglycerin eases the chest pain associated with stable heart disease (angina).

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What is Nitroglycerin for?

It is used to help people who are suffering from chest pain


Why do people take nitroglycerin if they have angina?

Nitro causes the blood vessels to expand, allowing more blood to flow. This eases the pain associated with Angina.


When should nitroglycerin be taken?

Nitroglycerin is typically used by people who have experienced heart pain. It should be taken if the pain recurs. If the pain does not go away after taking two or three nitroglycerin pills, go to the emergency room as the pain may be the result of a heart attack. Always follow your doctor's advice on how many pills to take and when to seek medical attention.


How did Alfred Nobel kill many people?

He invented nitroglycerin - explosives - kill people


How long after taking nitroglycerin do you have to wait to take Cialis or Viagra?

anypne know ?


How many Molecule are there in nitroglycerin?

Nitroglycerin is one molecule.


How does nitroglycerin relate to fat?

How is Nitroglycerin related to fat?!?!?!?!


What is pleural of nitroglycerin?

Nitroglycerin doesn't really have a plural, since it is a liquid.


Which drugs are exempted from locking cap requirements found in the PPPA?

nitroglycerin


Are Nitroglycerin tablets dangerous?

In the sense of exploding- No. The nitroglycerin is mixed with other things, and is too dilute to explode. In the sense that ANY medication can be dangerous to take- yes. If you do not have a medical condition that would require them, taking them can be very unhealthy.


How much nitroglycerin does it take to kill someone?

The estimated adult oral lethal dose of nitroglycerin is 200 mg to 1,200 mg. That is quite a lot as the normal dose per use is not more than 0.8 mg.


What is the scientific name for nitroglycerin?

The scientific name for nitroglycerin is glyceryl trinitrate.