Nitrothem Injection 5 x 5 ml

Nitrothem Injection 5 x 5 ml belongs to the class of anti-anginal medication, primarily used for treating angina pectoris and myocardial infarction. Nitrothem Injection 5 x 5 ml can also use to control intraoperative blood pressure. Angina occurs when the heart does not get a sufficient amount of oxygen. A heart attack (myocardial infarction or MI) is a critical medical emergency in which the blood supply to the heart is suddenly cut off.

Nitrothem Injection 5 x 5 ml contains nitroglycerin, a natural vasodilator that works by relaxing the blood vessels (veins and arteries). This boosts the blood supply to your heart, allowing more oxygen to reach your heart muscles and reducing chest pain. Thus, it prevents and treats various heart conditions.

Nitrothem Injection 5 x 5 ml is administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Sometimes, you may experience headaches, hypotension, tachycardia (fast heart rate), dyspnea (shortness of breath), dizziness, light-headedness, and blurred vision as side effects. Most of these side effects are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic or hypersensitive to any component present in Nitrothem Injection 5 x 5 ml. If you are pregnant, suspect you are pregnant, plan to have a baby, or if you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving this medicine; your doctor will prescribe Nitrothem Injection 5 x 5 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risk. Avoiding alcohol is recommended to rule out any possibility of side effects like dizziness or fainting. It should not be given to children less than 18 years of age. Before taking the Nitrothem Injection 5 x 5 ml, inform your doctor about your medical history and ongoing medications to rule out any potential adverse effects or interactions.

Nitrothem Injection 5 x 5 ml contains nitroglycerin, a natural vasodilator primarily used to treat angina pectoris and myocardial infarction. It can also help to control intraoperative hypertension. Nitrothem Injection 5 x 5 ml works by relaxing the muscles surrounding blood vessels, making the heart's job easier.

• Headache
• Hypotension
• Tachycardia (fast heart rate)
• Dyspnea
• Dizziness
• Light-headedness
• Blurred vision
• Flushing (Reddening of the skin)
• Nervousness
• Xerostomia or dry mouth

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to nitroglycerin, any of the other ingredients of this medicine, or any other nitrates. It is not recommended to take Nitrothem Injection 5 x 5 ml if you have a shock (a medical condition where insufficient blood flow reaches the body tissues) or low blood pressure or low blood volume or low blood oxygen or have fluid accumulation in the lung, or have ever had a serious head injury, cerebral haemorrhage (bleeding in the brain) or have or had heart conditions. It is strictly recommended not to take Nitrothem Injection 5 x 5 ml if you use riociguat, a medicine used to treat pulmonary hypertension. Please check with the doctor before taking the Nitrothem Injection 5 x 5 ml if you have/had severe liver or kidney problems, an underactive thyroid (thyroid dysfunction), or hypothermia (body temperature is lower than normal).

• Follow a cholesterol-lowering diet.
• Consume low salt and a low-fat diet.
• Exercise regularly. It helps in maintaining proper weight and lowers cholesterol.
• Limit salt and sugar intake.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Choose healthy fats and cut down on trans fat.
• Include omega-3 fatty acids, fiber-rich food, fruits, and vegetables.
• Get active by doing physical activities such as swimming, brisk walking, or jogging. Take the stairs instead of elevators/lifts.