Amyl Nitrite
- Generic Name: amyl nitrite inhalant
- Brand Name: Amyl Nitrite
- Drug Class: How Do Anti-anginal Agents Work?
Amyl Nitrite (Amyl Nitrite Inhalant) side effects drug center
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What Is Amyl Nitrite?
Amyl Nitrite Inhalant is a fast acting vasodilator used to treat angina pectoris. Amyl nitrite inhalant is available in generic form.
What Are Side Effects of Amyl Nitrite?
Common side effects of Amyl Nitrite include:
- headache,
- dizziness,
- flushing of the face,
- lightheadedness or fainting,
- involuntary urination or defecation,
- low blood pressure,
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- shortness of breath,
- cold sweat,
- pale skin,
- rapid heart rate,
- restlessness,
- weakness, or
- slowed breathing
Dosage for Amyl Nitrite
The recommended dosage of Amyl Nitrite is two to six inhalations of a capsule that is crushed between two fingers. This can be repeated 3 to 5 minutes later if necessary.
What Drugs, Substances, or Supplements Interact with Amyl Nitrite?
Alcohol consumption should be avoided because it can interact with Amyl Nitrite. Tell your doctor all medications you use.
Amyl Nitrite During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding
Sit or lay down when taking Amyl Nitrite. If you are pregnant, only take Amyl Nitrite if clearly needed. Exercise caution if you use Amyl Nitrite and are breastfeeding.
Additional Information
Our Amyl Nitrite Inhalant Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.
Amyl Nitrite Professional Information
SIDE EFFECTS
Mild transitory headache, dizziness and flushing of the face are common with the use of amyl nitrite (amyl nitrite inhalant) . The following adverse reactions may occur in susceptible patients: syncope, involuntary passing of urine and feces, hypotension, pallor, cold sweat, tachycardia, restlessness, weakness, vomiting and nausea. Excessively high doses of amyl nitrite (amyl nitrite inhalant) administered chronically may cause methemoglobinemia.
Drug abuse and dependence:
Abuse - Volatile nitrites are abused for sexual stimulation, with headache as a common side effect.
Dependence - Tolerance to nitrites can develop; conditions and duration have not been established.
Read the entire FDA prescribing information for Amyl Nitrite (Amyl Nitrite Inhalant)
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