Nitrostat
Brand for: Nitroglycerin
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Drug Details
Nitroglycerin (Nitrostat) is a medication used to manage and prevent chest pain, known as angina, in individuals with coronary artery disease. This condition occurs when the heart muscle receives insufficient blood due to narrowed blood vessels. Nitroglycerin works by relaxing and dilating these blood vessels, thus improving blood flow to the heart and reducing stress on the heart muscle, which effectively alleviates chest pain. This medication is available as a tablet to be placed under the tongue or against the cheek for rapid action. While generally safe, some users may experience side effects such as low blood pressure or headache. It is available in both brand-name and generic forms. Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting any medication.
Price history for Nitrostat (brand) & Nitroglycerin (generic)
100 Tablet Sublinguals, 0.3MG
Average retail price for Nitrostat
Average retail price for Nitroglycerin
Average SaveHealth price for Nitroglycerin
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Over the last 12 months, the average discount price of Nitrostat is $21.43 using the SaveHealth savings card. That's an average savings of 75.54% on Nitrostat with our discount card.
*Retail prices are based on pharmacy claims data, and may not be accurate when we don't have enough claims.
Nitrostat (Nitroglycerin) dosage forms
| Dosage | Quantity | Price from | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3MG | 100 Tablet Sublinguals | $23.52 | $0.24 |
| 0.4MG | 25 Tablet Sublinguals | $20.24 | $0.81 |
| 0.4MG | 100 Tablet Sublinguals | $29.97 | $0.30 |
| 0.6MG | 100 Tablet Sublinguals | $25.29 | $0.25 |
Nitrostat FAQs
Nitrostat is used for the relief or prevention of chest pain (angina) in individuals with certain heart conditions. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels, allowing more blood to flow to the heart.
Yes, Nitrostat is a brand name for nitroglycerin. They are the same medication used to treat or prevent chest pain (angina) by relaxing blood vessels and increasing blood flow to the heart.
Yes, Nitrostat (nitroglycerin) can lower blood pressure. It works by relaxing and widening blood vessels, which can lead to a decrease in blood pressure. This effect is part of how it helps relieve chest pain (angina). However, it is important for patients to use it as prescribed and be aware of potential side effects, such as dizziness or lightheadedness, which can occur due to lowered blood pressure.
Individuals who should not take Nitrostat include those who have a known allergy to nitroglycerin or any of its components. It is also contraindicated in patients with severe anemia, increased intracranial pressure, or those who are taking phosphodiesterase inhibitors such as sildenafil, tadalafil, or vardenafil, as this combination can lead to severe hypotension. Additionally, individuals with certain heart conditions, such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, should avoid using Nitrostat without consulting a healthcare provider. It is important for patients to discuss their full medical history and current medications with their healthcare provider before using Nitrostat.
Nitroglycerin is the active ingredient used to treat angina (chest pain), while Nitrostat is a brand name for a specific formulation of nitroglycerin. Nitrostat is typically available in sublingual tablet form, designed for rapid relief of acute angina attacks.