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Nitrates

Nitrates are used to treat angina and anal fissures. They work by widening blood vessels to allow for easier blood flow.

Why are nitrates prescribed?

  1. Angina (100%)
  2. Anal Fissure (0%)

Key takeaways

Nitrates are used to treat and prevent angina (chest pain) due to heart disease. Some have other uses, such as treating pain from anal fissures. Nitrates work by relaxing and widening your blood vessels. They help improve blood flow and reduce the workload on your heart to treat angina. These medications come in different forms, including oral pills, patches, sprays, and ointments. Examples include nitroglycerin (Nitrostat, Nitro-Dur, Nitrolingual), isosorbide mononitrate (Monoket), and isosorbide dinitrate (Isordil) for angina. An example of a nitrate for anal fissure pain includes nitroglycerin (Rectiv). You can choose the form that best fits your needs.

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isosorbide mononitrate ER

as low as$9
Isosorbide mononitrate er is an inexpensive drug used to prevent chest pain caused by angina. It is more popular than comparable drugs. Isosorbide mononitrate er is only available as a generic drug; all brands have been discontinued. Generic isosorbide mononitrate er is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
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Nitro-Dur (minitran, nitroglycerin)

as low as$6
NITROGLYCERIN prevents chest pain (angina). It works by relaxing blood vessels, which decreases the amount of work the heart has to do. It belongs to a group of medications called nitrates. Do not use it to treat sudden chest pain.
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Nitrolingual (nitroglycerin)

as low as$17
NITROGLYCERIN prevents and treats chest pain (angina). It works by relaxing blood vessels, which decreases the amount of work the heart has to do. It belongs to a group of medications called nitrates.
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Nitrostat (nitroglycerin)

as low as$17
NITROGLYCERIN prevents and treats chest pain (angina). It works by relaxing blood vessels, which decreases the amount of work the heart has to do. It belongs to a group of medications called nitrates.
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Rectiv (nitroglycerin)

as low as$17
NITROGLYCERIN treats pain caused by small tears in the skin near the rectal area. It works by relaxing the blood vessels, which decreases pressure around the rectal area. It belongs to a group of medications called nitrates.
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Isordil (isosorbide dinitrate)

as low as$19
ISOSORBIDE DINITRATE prevents chest pain (angina). It works by relaxing blood vessels, which decreases the amount of work the heart has to do. It belongs to a group of medications called nitrates. Do not use it to treat sudden chest pain.
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amyl nitrite

as low as$11
Amyl Nitrite is part of the Nitrates class and treats Angina. Nitrates are used to treat angina and anal fissures. They work by widening blood vessels to allow for easier blood flow. Amyl Nitrite is only available as a generic drug.
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Monoket (isosorbide mononitrate)

as low as$23
ISOSORBIDE MONONITRATE prevents chest pain (angina). It works by relaxing blood vessels, which decreases the amount of work the heart has to do. It belongs to a group of medications called nitrates. Do not use it to treat sudden chest pain.
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Nitro-Time (nitroglycerin ER)

as low as$27
NITROGLYCERIN prevents chest pain (angina). It works by relaxing blood vessels, which decreases the amount of work the heart has to do. It belongs to a group of medications called nitrates. Do not use it to treat sudden chest pain.
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Nitro-Bid

as low as$33
NITROGLYCERIN prevents chest pain (angina). It works by relaxing blood vessels, which decreases the amount of work the heart has to do. It belongs to a group of medications called nitrates. Do not use it to treat sudden chest pain.
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Dilatrate SR

as low as$141
ISOSORBIDE DINITRATE prevents chest pain (angina). It works by relaxing blood vessels, which decreases the amount of work the heart has to do. It belongs to a group of medications called nitrates. Do not use it to treat sudden chest pain.
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Nitromist

as low as$312
NITROGLYCERIN prevents and treats chest pain (angina). It works by relaxing blood vessels, which decreases the amount of work the heart has to do. It belongs to a group of medications called nitrates.
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