IV nitroglycerine alternatives
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Background
- Suggestions for substitution during the IV shortage
Suggested Substitution[1]
- Sublingual nitroglycerin, 1-2 tabs or sprays every 5 minutes as needed
- Once controlled, transition to NTP or isordil PO (nitro paste or longer acting NTG)
- If not well controlled
- IV enalapril 0.625-1.25mg IV bolus
- IV hydralazine 5-10mg IV bolus
- IV nitropursside
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