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Indications
Minitran is a transdermal patch medication that contains nitroglycerin, a medication used to prevent chest pain (angina) in people with coronary artery disease. It belongs to a group of medicines called nitrates.
Use and Dosage
Read the Patient Information Leaflet available from your pharmacist. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Remove the patch from its pouch, and peel off the protective clear liner as directed. Usually, you will wear the patch on the upper arm or chest. However, you can wear it anywhere on the body below the neck and above the knees or elbows. Apply the patch to a clean, dry, and hairless area. Hair in the area may be clipped, but not shaved. Avoid areas with cuts or irritation. Do not apply the patch immediately after bathing or showering. Wait until your skin is completely dry. However, you may bathe, shower, and swim while wearing the patch. Press the patch firmly in place with the palm of your hand. Wash your hands after applying the patch.
Use this patch as directed by your doctor, usually 1 patch a day, wearing it for 12 to 14 hours. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
To reduce skin irritation, apply each new patch to a different area of the skin. After removing the old patch, fold it in half with the sticky sides together, and discard it out of reach of children and pets.
Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time each day.
Do not suddenly stop using this medication without consulting your doctor. Some conditions may become worse when the drug is suddenly stopped. Your dose may need to be gradually decreased.
Although unlikely, when this medication is used for a long time, it may not work as well and may require different dosing. Tell your doctor if this medication stops working well (for example, you have worsening chest pain, or it occurs more often).
Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Serious side effects include:
- Worsening chest pain
- Pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest
- Slow heart rate
- Light-headed feeling, like you might pass out
- Heart attack symptoms–chest pain or pressure, pain spreading to your jaw or shoulder, nausea, sweating
Serious side effects may be more likely in older adults.
Minitran can cause severe headaches. These headaches may gradually become less severe as you continue to use this medicine. Do not stop using this medicine. Ask your doctor before using any headache pain medication.
Common side effects of Minitran may include:
- Headache
- Feeling light-headed
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.
Cautions
- Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to similar drugs (such as isosorbide mononitrate); or nitrites; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
- Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: recent head injury, anemia, low blood pressure, dehydration, and other heart problems (such as a recent heart attack).
- This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you dizzier. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).
- Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
- If you are going to have an MRI test, tell testing personnel that you are using this patch. Some patches may contain metals that can cause serious burns during an MRI. Ask your doctor whether you will need to remove your patch before the test and apply a new patch afterward, and how to do so properly.
- Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this medication, especially dizziness and lightheadedness, which could increase the risk of falls.
- During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Forms and Strengths
Minitran Patch is available in the following forms and strengths:
- Minitran Patch Transdermal Patch:
- 0.2mg, 0.4mg, 0.6mg
FAQ
What happens if I miss a dose?
Apply a patch as soon as you remember and keep it on for the rest of your wearing time without changing your patch removal schedule. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra patches to make up for the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention. The amount of Minitran in a used skin patch could be dangerous to a child or pet who accidentally chews on the patch.
Overdose symptoms may include a severe throbbing headache, confusion, fever, fast or pounding heartbeats, dizziness, vision problems, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, trouble breathing, cold or clammy skin, fainting, and seizures.
What should I avoid while using nitroglycerin transdermal?
Avoid getting up too fast from a sitting or lying position, or you may feel dizzy.
Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, feeling light-headed, or fainting.
What other drugs will affect Minitran transdermal?
Tell your doctor about all your current medicines, especially:
- Aspirin, heparin
- Medicine used to treat blood clots
- Blood pressure medication
- Ergot medicine–dihydroergotamine, ergotamine, ergonovine, methylergonovine
This list is not complete, and many other drugs may affect Minitran. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all drug interactions are listed here.
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Additional information
Brand Name: |
Minitran Patch |
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Scientific Name: |
Nitroglycerin |
Other Names: |
Minitran Patch |
Strength(s): |
0.2mg, 0.4mg, 0.6mg |
Quantities Available: |
30 |
Formulation: |
Transdermal patch |
