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Minitran is a vasodilator used to prevent angina (chest pain). It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Why is Minitran prescribed?
Minitran is prescribed to prevent and treat angina pectoris (suffocating chest pain). This condition occurs when the coronary arteries become constricted and are not able to carry sufficient oxygen to the heart muscle. Minitran is thought to improve oxygen flow by relaxing the walls of arteries and veins, thus allowing them to dilate.Minitran is used in different forms. As a patch or ointment, Minitran may be applied to the skin. The patch and the ointment are for prevention of chest pain.Swallowing Minitran in capsule or tablet form also helps to prevent chest pain from occurring.
In the form of sublingual (held under the tongue) or buccal (held in the cheek) tablets, or in oral spray (sprayed on or under the tongue), Minitran helps relieve chest pain that has already occurred. The spray can also prevent anginal pain. The type of Minitran you use will depend on your condition.
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Yes, if you are from the U.S. then you can buy Minitran at Canadian prices. Currently we will only accept an order for Minitran from U.S. and Canadian residents. Both U.S. and Canadian residents require a prescription to purchase Minitran and when you order Minitran it will be delivered with express shipping.
Most important fact about Minitran
Minitran may cause severe low blood pressure (possibly marked by dizziness or light-headedness), especially if you are in an upright position or have just gotten up from sitting or lying down. You may also find your heart rate slowing and your chest pain increasing. People taking diuretic medication, or who have low systolic blood pressure (less than 90 mm Hg) should use Minitran with caution.
How should you take Minitran?
Since Minitran is available in many forms, it is crucial for you to follow your doctor's directions for taking the type of Minitran prescribed for you. Never interchange brands.Ideally, you should take Minitran while sitting down--especially if you feel dizzy or light-headed--so as to avoid a fall.--If you miss a dose...If you are using a skin patch or ointment:Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your regular dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never apply 2 skin patches at the same time.If you are taking oral tablets or capsules:Take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is within 2 hours of your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never take 2 doses at the same time.--Storage instructions...Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it at room temperature. Do not refrigerate.Avoid puncturing the spray container and keep it away from excess heat.
Do not open the container of sublingual tablets until you need a dose. Close the container tightly immediately after each use. Do not put other medications, a cotton plug, or anything else in the container. Keep the sublingual tablets handy at all times. Keep the patches in the protective pouches they come in until use.
What side effects may occur?
Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Minitran.
More common side effects may include:
Dizziness, flushed skin (neck and face), headache, light-headedness, worsened angina pain
Less common or rare side effects may include:
Diarrhea, fainting, heart pounding, low blood pressure, nausea, numbness, pallor, restlessness, severe allergic reactions, skin rashes and eruptions, sweating, vertigo, vomiting, weakness
Why should Minitran not be prescribed?
You should not be using Minitran if you are allergic to it or to the adhesive in the patch, if you have a head injury, or if you have any condition caused by increased fluid pressure in your head. Minitran should not be taken if you have severe anemia or if you recently had a heart attack. The capsule form should not be used if you have closed-angle glaucoma (pressure in the eye) or suffer from postural hypotension (dizziness upon standing up). Do not take the tablets if you are using the impotence drug Viagra.
Recommended dosage
The following section is intended to provide guidelines for taking Minitran. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully for using Minitran in the form prescribed for you.
ADULTS Sublingual or Buccal Tablets
At the first sign of chest pain, 1 tablet should be dissolved under the tongue or inside the cheek. You may repeat the dose every 5 minutes until the pain is relieved. If your pain continues after you have taken 3 tablets in a 15-minute period, notify your doctor or seek medical attention immediately.You may take sublingual or buccal Minitran from 5 to 10 minutes before starting activities that may cause chest pain.Patch FormA patch is applied to the skin for 12 to 14 hours. After this time, the patch is removed; it is not applied again for 10 to 12 hours (a "patch-off" period). Apply the patch as soon as you remove it from its protective pouch.Spray FormAt the first sign of chest pain, spray 1 or 2 pre-measured doses onto or under the tongue. You should not use more than 3 doses within a 15-minute period. If your chest pain continues, you should contact your doctor or seek medical attention immediately.The spray can be used 5 to 10 minutes before activity that might precipitate an attack.Ointment FormYour initial dose may be a daily total of 1 inch of ointment. Apply one-half inch on rising in the morning, and the remaining one-half inch 6 hours later. If needed, follow your doctor's instructions for increasing your dosage. Apply in a thin, uniform layer, regardless of the amount of your dosage. There should be a daily period where no ointment is applied. Usually, the "ointment-off" period will last from 10 to 12 hours.Absorption varies with site of application--more is absorbed through the chest.Sustained-Release Capsules or TabletsThe smallest effective amount should be taken 2 or 3 times a day at 8- to 12-hour intervals.
CHILDREN The safety and effectiveness of Minitran have not been established for children.
OLDER ADULTS In general, dosages less than the above adult dosages are recommended, since the elderly may be more susceptible to low blood pressure and headaches.
Minitran Overdosage
Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. Severe overdosage of Minitran may result in death. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include:
Bluish skin, clammy skin, colic, coma, confusion, diarrhea (may be bloody), difficult and/or slow breathing, dizziness, fainting, fever, flushed skin, headache (persistent, throbbing), increased pressure within the skull, irregular pulse, loss of appetite, nausea, palpitations (an abnormally rapid throbbing or fluttering of the heart), paralysis, rapid decrease in blood pressure, seizures, slow or fast pulse/heartbeat, sweating, vertigo, visual disturbances, vomiting
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