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This research examines the paradoxical effects of glyceryl trinitrate in patients and explores the reasons behind adverse reactions despite its efficacy.

July 23, 1955Journal of the American Medical Association

Paradoxical Action of Glyceryl Trinitrate (Nitroglycerin) in Coronary Patients

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HRHenry I. RussekUnited States Public Health Service

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Clinical observations reveal paradoxical reactions to glyceryl trinitrate in coronary patients, suggesting cautious use.

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This research examines the paradoxical effects of glyceryl trinitrate in patients and explores the reasons behind adverse reactions despite its efficacy.
Literature review of clinical reports on glyceryl trinitrate use in coronary patients.
Analysis of therapeutic responses and reported adverse effects related to the medication.
Glyceryl trinitrate remains effective in managing angina pectoris in many patients.
Adverse effects such as collapse and syncope occur in a significant number of cases.
These reactions are linked to either overdosage or individual sensitivity.

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Henry I. Russek (1955) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a157949d64fa333899fb5e3 https://doi.org/10.1001/jama.1955.02960120017006

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