How Do Nitrates Work? (Nitroglycerin)

How do Nitrates (Nitroglycerin) Work? These direct nitrates are vasodilators that increase cGMP which causes veins to dilate . This causes an increase in oxygen supply to the heart, which reduces angina (chest pain). There are 3 main drugs in this class: Nitroglycerin (NitroSTAT), Isosorbide Mononitrate & Isosorbide Dinitrate.. They are all vasodilators. These medications are used to treat and prevent angina pectoris. Time Stamps: Intro 00:00 Breakdown 00:12 Nitrate Overview 00:22 Mechanism of Action 02:13 When to use 05:07 Dosing & Adjustments 06:09 Side effects 08:30 Quick Summary 10:22 Short Quiz 11:55 Shout Out 12:30 ======================================================= 👉 Support us & Grab some awesome Merch! 👈 https://teespring.com/stores/drug-chug Answers: 1.) B 2.) C 3.) D 4.) D ======================================================= Thanks for watching and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE, hit the LIKE button👍 and click the BELL button🔔 for future notifications! ======================================================= Like what we do? Learn how to support us on Patreon! 💪 👉   / drugchug   Looking for more pharmacology knowledge? Follow us on Instagram Facebook & Twitter!💊 👉   / drugchug   👉   / drugchug   👉   / drug_chug   👉 https://www.DrugChug.com ======================================================= Images used & Licensed through: http://clipartmag.com/