Glyceryl trinitrate is a nitrate group of drugs. Nitrates relax the blood vessels, thus increasing blood flow and oxygen to the heart, reducing chest pain. The side effects are headache, dizziness, weakness, fainting, etc. Local glyceryl trinitrate is used in reducing pain due to anal fissure.
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Why do I have discomfort and mild pain in the anus while sitting?
Query: Hello doctor, I feel some discomfort and mild pain in the area of the anus while sitting down. Sometimes the pain is more. There is no bleeding involved. I cannot see or touch the area. I also feel that there is some dysfunction in the erection of my penis. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. The symptoms you mention can be due to anal fissure, which is a breach in the lining of the anal canal. This can not be palpated with fingers. You should use the following medicines for at least two weeks to see if they improve your sympto... Read Full »
What are the side effects of Monit GTN 2.6 mg?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 57-year-old man. I had an angioplasty a year ago and had one stent placed. After the treatment, the following medicines were prescribed (listed below). After having the medicines, I am having a severe headache. Please suggest if the medicines prescribed has any role in... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The drug Monit GTN 2.6 mg (Nitroglycerin and Glyceryl Trinitrate) which you are using for ischemic heart disease causes vasodilatation and gives a severe headache. The starting of this may give rise to more problems as compared to after few months. You may nee... Read Full »