Introduction

Uses of Nitrovas

Angina (heart-related chest pain)

Side effects of Nitrovas

Headache

How to use Nitrovas

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Nitrovas works

Nitrovas is a nitrate. It works by relaxing the blood vessels which decreases the oxygen demand of the heart and reduces its workload, thereby preventing/treating attacks of angina (chest pain).

Quick Tips

It is given via a drip into a vein under the supervision of a doctor.
It may cause headaches which usually go away after a few days of continued treatment. Inform your doctor if it persists.
Nitrovas may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
Do not consume alcohol while taking Nitrovas as it may cause increased dizziness.
Stop taking medications (prescribed for erectile dysfunction) like sildenafil or tadalafil while on treatment with Nitrovas as it may cause low blood pressure.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: Consuming alcohol while taking Nitrovas may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Nitrovas is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Nitrovas is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Nitrovas may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Nitrovas is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nitrovas may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Nitrovas in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.