GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet

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Composition FOR GTN Sorbitrate 6.4mg Tablet CR

Nitroglycerin(6.4mg)

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lactation interaction for GTN Sorbitrate Tablet CR

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet may be taken with or without food.
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CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet.
CAUTION
The safety of GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
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Information regarding the use of GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR GTN Sorbitrate 6.4mg Tablet CR

Nitroglycerin(6.4mg)

Gtn sorbitrate tablet cr uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of Angina (heart-related chest pain).

How gtn sorbitrate tablet cr works

GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet is a nitrate. It works by relaxing the blood vessels and increasing the supply of blood and oxygen to the heart while reducing its workload, thereby preventing/treating attacks of angina (chest pain).

Common side effects of gtn sorbitrate tablet cr

Headache

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Expert advice FOR GTN Sorbitrate Tablet CR

  • Nitroglycerin may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Do not consume alcohol while taking Nitroglycerin, as it may cause increased dizziness.
  • It may cause headaches, which usually go away after a few days of continued treatment. Inform your doctor if it persists.
  • You may develop tolerance to Nitroglycerin with time, meaning that the same dose may be less effective next time. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule to avoid this.
  • Stop taking medications (prescribed for erectile dysfunction) like sildenafil or tadalafil while on treatment with Nitroglycerin, as it may cause low blood pressure.

Frequently asked questions FOR GTN Sorbitrate 6.4mg Tablet CR

Nitroglycerin

Q. Can I take sildenafil if I am taking GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet?
No, you should not take sildenafil if you are taking GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet. Taking these two medicines together can cause an excessive fall in blood pressure, which may even be life-threatening.
Q. What effect does GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet have on blood pressure?
GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet decreases the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels, but is not recommended for the treatment of high blood pressure. The drop in blood pressure may cause lightheadedness, especially when changing your position suddenly.
Q. Does the effect of GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet wear off after some time?
Yes, excessive use of GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet may cause tolerance, which means that GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet may lose its effectiveness on you. Therefore, usually the doctors prescribe the smallest dose required for effective relief of an acute angina attack. This helps maintain the effectiveness of GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet.
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Q. What does too much GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet do?
Excess GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet may result in low blood pressure, sweating, nausea, vomiting, headache, weak and fast pulse. It may also cause weakness, lightheadedness on standing, and the patient might even faint. The patient will require emergency medical treatment in such a case.
Q. Can I stop using GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet as I feel better now?
Stopping GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet suddenly may bring on attacks of angina, especially if you have been using it for several weeks or more. Talk to your doctor, who will advise you to reduce the dose gradually over 4 to 6 weeks before you stop using it completely.
Q. Does GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet stop heart attacks?
GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet is prescribed to prevent attacks of heart-related chest pain (angina) in patients with coronary artery disease. In this disease, the blood vessels (coronary arteries) that supply blood to the heart become narrowed, because of which the heart has to work harder to get enough oxygen. GTN Sorbitrate -CR 6.4 Tablet prevents angina by relaxing the blood vessels so that the heart does not have to work very hard. Also, relaxation of the coronary arteries increases the oxygen supply to the heart.

Content on this page was last updated on 12 July, 2026, by Dr. Mekhala Chandra (MD, MBBS)