Nitrostat (Noun)

Meaning 1

Trade names for nitroglycerin used as a coronary vasodilator in the treatment of angina pectoris.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

  • The doctor prescribed Nitrostat to his patient to help alleviate the symptoms of angina pectoris during an attack.
  • Nitrostat tablets are typically taken sublingually to allow for rapid absorption into the bloodstream.
  • A patient experiencing frequent bouts of angina is often prescribed Nitrostat to take as needed.
  • Nitrostat is a commonly used medication to treat and prevent attacks of angina caused by coronary artery disease.
  • A single dose of Nitrostat usually lasts for up to 30 minutes to an hour, providing relief from chest pain and discomfort.

Synonyms

  • Nitrospan

Hypernyms

  • Vasodilator

Meaning 2

A heavy yellow poisonous oily explosive liquid obtained by nitrating glycerol; used in making explosives and medically as a vasodilator (trade names Nitrospan and Nitrostat).

Classification

Nouns denoting substances.

Examples

  • The patient was administered nitrostat sublingually to alleviate chest pain caused by angina.
  • Nitrostat can be lifesaving for people who experience frequent angina attacks.
  • The medication, also known as nitrostat, was prescribed to widen the narrowed blood vessels.
  • When an angina attack occurs, a nitrostat tablet is typically placed under the tongue to dissolve.
  • Emergency responders carried nitrostat tablets as part of the standard emergency care package.

Synonyms

  • Nitroglycerin
  • Nitroglycerine
  • Trinitroglycerin
  • Glyceryl Trinitrate
  • Nitrospan

Hypernyms

  • Vasodilator
  • Vasodilative
  • Nitrate

Related Words

  • Trade Name (noun)
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