Synonyms: glyceryl trinitrate | Glytrin® | Minitran® | Rectogesic®
nitroglycerin is an approved drug (FDA (no history prior to 1981))
Compound class:
Synthetic organic
Comment: Nitroglycerin acts as a vasodilator.
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Summary of Clinical Use ![]() |
Used to treat angina. |