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Note: This document contains side effect information about nitroglycerin. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Rectiv.
For the ConsumerApplies to nitroglycerin: capsule extended release, packet, spray, tablet
Other dosage forms:
Along with its needed effects, nitroglycerin (the active ingredient contained in Rectiv) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking nitroglycerin:
Less common
Rare
Incidence not known
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur while taking nitroglycerin:
Symptoms of overdose
Some side effects of nitroglycerin may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Less common
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to nitroglycerin: buccal tablet extended release, intravenous solution, oral capsule extended release, rectal ointment, sublingual powder, sublingual spray, sublingual tablet, transdermal film extended release, transdermal ointment
GeneralThe most common side effect is headache.
Nervous systemVery common (10% or more): Headache (up to 64%)
Common (1% to 10%): Dizziness, lightheadedness, syncope, vertigo, drowsiness
Rare (0.1% to 0.01%): Severe and prolonged headache
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Cerebral ischemia
Frequency not reported: Faintness, somnolence
CardiovascularCommon (1% to 10%): Hypotension, angina increased, paradoxical bradycardia, tachycardia, orthostatic hypotension, blood pressure decreased, facial flushing
Uncommon (0.1 to 1%): Circulatory collapse
Rare (less than 0.1%): Bradycardia, cyanosis, flushing, heart rate increase
Frequency not reported: Crescendo angina, rebound hypertension, palpitations, hypertension, decreased arterial oxygen tension, severe arterial hypotension with bradycardia, transient flushing
GastrointestinalCommon (1% to 10%): Nausea, vomiting
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Dry mouth
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Heartburn, halitosis
Frequency not reported: Abdominal pain, retching, lip and tongue swelling
DermatologicUncommon (0.1% to 1%): Dermatitis contact, erythema, pruritus, burning, irritation, eczema, urticaria
Rare (0.01 to 0.1%): Allergic skin reactions, rash
Very rare (less than 0.01%): Exfoliative dermatitis, drug rash
Frequency not reported: Cutaneous flushing, diaphoresis, angioedema
Postmarketing reports: Rash generalized
OtherCommon (1% to 10%): Asthenia, weakness
Frequency not reported: Retrosternal discomfort
HypersensitivityRare (less than 0.1%): Hypersensitivity reactions, anaphylaxis
Frequency not reported: Allergic reaction, anaphylactoid reaction
PsychiatricCommon (1% to 10%): Restlessness
Frequency not reported: Apprehension
RespiratoryVery rare (less than 0.01%): Impairment of respiration
Frequency not reported: Hypoxemia, dyspnea
HematologicVery rare (less than 0.01%): Methemoglobinemia
OcularRare (less than 0.1%): Blurred vision
Frequency not reported: Increased ocular pressure
MusculoskeletalFrequency not reported: Muscle twitching
Medically reviewed by USARx EDITORIAL TEAM Last updated on 1/3/2022.
Source: Drugs.com Rectiv (www.drugs.com/rectiv.html).
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