Is Nitroglycerin(2.5mg) safe during pregnancy?
Risk Summary Limited published data on the use of nitroglycerin are insufficient to determine a drug associated risk of major birth defects or miscarriage. In animal reproduction studies, there were no adverse developmental effects when nitroglycerin was administered intravenously to rabbits or intraperitoneally to rats during organogenesis at doses greater than 64-times the human dose [see Error! Hyperlink reference not valid. ] .
Overall verdict
Use With Caution
Trimester-by-Trimester Guide
40 weeks · 3 stages · different risks
1st Trimester
Weeks 1-12 · Organs forming
Risk Summary Limited published data on the use of nitroglycerin are insufficient to determine a drug associated risk of major birth defects or miscarriage. In animal reproduction studies, there were no adverse developmental effects when nitroglycerin was administered intravenously to rabbits or intraperitoneally to rats during organogenesis at doses greater than 64-times the human dose [see Error! Hyperlink reference not valid. ] .
2nd Trimester
Weeks 13-26 · Baby growing
Risk Summary Limited published data on the use of nitroglycerin are insufficient to determine a drug associated risk of major birth defects or miscarriage. In animal reproduction studies, there were no adverse developmental effects when nitroglycerin was administered intravenously to rabbits or intraperitoneally to rats during organogenesis at doses greater than 64-times the human dose [see Error! Hyperlink reference not valid. ] .
3rd Trimester
Weeks 27-40 · Final development
Risk Summary Limited published data on the use of nitroglycerin are insufficient to determine a drug associated risk of major birth defects or miscarriage. In animal reproduction studies, there were no adverse developmental effects when nitroglycerin was administered intravenously to rabbits or intraperitoneally to rats during organogenesis at doses greater than 64-times the human dose [see Error! Hyperlink reference not valid. ] .
Category C - Use Cautiously
Animal studies show adverse effects; weigh benefits vs. risks.
Brands Available in India
Nitroglycerin(2.5mg) is sold in India under these common brand names. Check the strip or label: if a brand also contains other medicines, ask your doctor, because the extra ingredient changes the pregnancy advice. Tap any brand for detailed info.
Not medical advice
Every pregnancy is different. Always consult your obstetrician before taking any medicine. Drug safety classifications can change, so verify current guidelines with your doctor. For emergencies, call 112.
Frequently Asked Questions
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