About Nitrolingual Pumpspray – A Choice for Angina Relief
Almost 9 million people in the United States suffer from angina pectoris2, choosing the appropriate treatment is an important decision for many Americans. Whether you’ve used Nitrolingual Pumpspray in the past or are trying it for the first time, you can have confidence knowing that Nitrolingual Pumpspray:
- Delivers fast pain relief1
- Is dependable and easy to use3
- Provides a metered 0.4 mg dose with one spray onto or under the tongue
- Offers a 24-month shelf-life vs. 6 months* for most nitroglycerin tablets3,5
Nitrolingual Pumpspray is available by prescription only. Be sure to read through the Important Safety Information and directions for use before using Nitrolingual Pumpspray. Consult with your healthcare professional to find out whether Nitrolingual Pumpspray is right for you.
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*After the original bottle is opened.
Indications and Usage: Nitrolingual Pumpspray is indicated for acute relief of an attack or prophylaxis of angina pectoris due to coronary artery disease.
Important Safety Information: Nitrolingual Pumpspray should not be used while taking phosphodiesterase inhibitors which are used for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Nitrolingual Pumpspray should be used with caution if patients have low systolic blood pressure, are undergoing diuretic therapy, or show hypersensitivity to this and other nitrates or nitrites. Headache is the most commonly reported side effect with nitroglycerin. Patients may also experience episodes of dizziness, weakness, and other related side effects.
Safety and effectiveness of nitroglycerin in pediatric patients have not been established.
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References: 1. Vandenburg MJ, Wright LJ, Griffiths GK, Brandman S. Sublingual nitroglycerin or spray in the treatment of angina. Br J Clin Pract. 1986; 40: 524-527. 2. American Heart Association. “What is Angina?”, http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=3007460 (accessed March 24,2008). 3. Data on file, Sciele Pharma, Inc. 4. Drug Facts and Comparisons®. 56th ed. St Louis, Mo: Facts and Comparisons®; 2002:492. 5. Drug Facts and Comparisons. 2004:557.