Nitroglycerin Patch

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Last updated 10:43 PM on 7/23/26
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Indications

Hypertension

Angina

Acute coronary syndrome

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Side effects

Hypotension

Hot, flushed face

Headache

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Adverse reactions

Severe hypotension

Methemoglobinemia (nitrates become nitrites, which oxidizes iron in hemoglobin)

Syncope

Severe allergic reaction

Bradycardia or Tachycardia

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Precautions

Head trauma

Cerebral hemorrhage

Cardioversion (procedure used to restore heart rhythm, remove patch prior to procedure)

Glaucoma

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Contraindications

ED drugs (viagra)

Increased ICP

Severe anemia

Pericardial tamponade

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Nursing considerations

Monitor BP

Monitor placement site

Monitor headache/pain levels

Monitor sx of Methemoglobinemia (o2 sat, blue/gray skin)

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Patient education

Rotate site

Remove prior patch before applying new one

Area of placement should be clean + free of hair