side effects
Last reviewed 01/2018
Side effects include:-
- throbbing headache
- flushing
- dizziness
- postural hypotension
- sinus tachycardia
Side effects are minimised if the patient swallows sublingual GTN as soon as the pain is relieved.
There is a problem with tolerance if transdermal patches are left in place continuously. Removal of the patch at night may prevent this.