Nitroglycerin-Induced Hypotension and Bradycardia

Nitrate administration is sometimes associated with mild hypotension, but serious side effects are uncommon. Recently, we have seen four patients who have demonstrated life-threatening hypotension and bradycardia after nitroglycerin administration. This observation, which has also been noted previously,³ gives grounds for caution in the administration of nitroglycerin.

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