Safely Buy Minitran Patch ( Nitroglycerin ) from Canada Prescriptions Plus.
Indications
Minitran patch is a topical medication used to prevent chest pain in those with coronary artery disease.
Nitroglycerin is a nitrate that causes your blood vessels to relax and widen. When applied daily, Minitran patch helps prevent chest pain by improving the blood flow to your heart.
Dosage and Administration
The dose of Minitran patch that is prescribed will vary depending on the individual being treated. Follow all instructions given by your healthcare provider and read packaging labels carefully to ensure the best therapeutic response from treatment. Do not use more than prescribed more often than recommended.
- Wash your hands thoroughly after handling Minitran patches
- Most adults apply the patches on their upper arms, but you can place them anywhere below your neck and above your knees and elbows
- Apply the patches to clean and dry skin without hair
- Most patients wear the skin patch for 12 to 14 hours before being removed
- Patches are applied after a 10-to-12-hour patch-free period
- Store at room temperature away from children and pets
- Do not refrigerate patches
- Keep each Minitran patch sealed in its individual pouch until ready to use
Side Effects
Minitran patch may cause you to develop some side effects while helping prevent chest pain by relaxing and widening your blood vessels. Speak to your healthcare provider for more information regarding any symptoms that you might encounter.
Common Minitran patch side effects:
- Headache
- Feeling light-headed
Minitran patch can cause you to develop severe headaches which may gradually lessen in severity as you continue with treatment. Do not stop this medication or take any headache medicine without first speaking to your healthcare provider.
Serious Side Effects
Some more serious adverse reactions may occur during treatment with Minitran patch. Contact your healthcare provider if you develop any of the following symptoms:
- Worsening chest pain
- Pounding heartbeats or fluttering sensation in your chest
- Slow heart rate
- Light-headedness, feeling faint
- Heart attack symptoms (chest pain or pressure, pain spreading to your jaw or shoulder, nausea, sweating)
Allergic Reactions
Do not use Minitran patches if you are allergic to nitroglycerin or any type of adhesive bandage. Contact your healthcare provider right away if you develop any of the following signs of an allergic reaction:
- Hives
- Trouble breathing
- Swelling face, lips, tongue, or throat
Cautions
- Do not use Minitran patches if you are taking any medication to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension such as riociguat.
- Before using Minitran patches, tell your healthcare provider if you have ever had any of the following conditions:
- Heart problems like a heart attack
- Stroke or head injury
- Low blood pressure
- Consult with your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Minitran patch to ensure the safety of you and your child.
- Some drugs can interact with Minitran and cause adverse reactions. Tell your healthcare provider about all the medications you take, including over the counter medicines, but especially any of the following:
- Erectile dysfunction medication
- Riociguat and other blood pressure medications
- Medicines used to treat migraines like ergotaminev
- Verciguat
- Avoid drinking alcohol during treatment with Minitran patch because it can cause an increase in adverse effects, especially dizziness.
- Do not drive or perform hazardous tasks until you know how Minitran patches will affect you because they may cause you to become dizziness and impair your reactions.
Form and Strength
This chest pain medicine is available in the form of a transdermal patch.
- Minitran patch strengths:
- 0.2mg
- 0.4mg
- 0.6mg
All three Minitran patch strengths are available in quantities of 30.
FAQ
How do you use Minitran patch?
Most adults apply a single Minitran patch to a clean and dry area of skin below the neck and above the knees and elbows.
Patients usually apply their patches to their upper arms or chests. Each patch should be left on for 12 to 14 hours followed by a 10 to 12 hours patch-free period or as directed by your healthcare provider.
Can I drink alcohol with a Minitran patch?
It is recommended that you avoid drinking alcohol while using Minitran patches. This is because it can cause an increase in adverse effects such as dizziness. Speak with your healthcare provider for more information regarding how much alcohol you may be able to consume as well as other products you should avoid during treatment.
Resources:
- https://www.drugs.com/mtm/minitran-transdermal.html
- https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=b17f29ca-517e-4d89-84f1-024d98fc5d77&type=display
- https://www.nps.org.au/assets/medicines/1ff3d5bb-49b1-4d04-8d7a-a53300ff2eec.pdf
- https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/medications/nitroglycerin-patch-transdermal
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 |