What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using Nitrek (nitroglycerin (transdermal))?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to nitroglycerin, isosorbide mononitrate (Imdur), or isosorbide dinitrate (BiDil, Isordil). Do not use nitroglycerin transdermal if you are allergic to any type of adhesive on a bandage or other transdermal skin patch. If you have certain conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication. Before using nitroglycerin transdermal, tell your doctor if you have: • congestive heart failure; • a history of heart attack, stroke, or head injury; • low blood pressure; • glaucoma; or • anemia (lack of red blood cells). FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether nitroglycerin is harmful to an unborn baby. Before using nitroglycerin tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether nitroglycerin transdermal passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feedi
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