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I forgot to take off my nitroi patch last night What should I do


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If you miss a dose of Nitroglycerin Patch, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once. When used for long periods of time without a break, some people develop a physical need to continue taking Nitroglycerin Patch. This is known as physical DEPENDENCE. Do not suddenly stop taking Nitroglycerin Patch without your doctor's approval. Stopping Nitroglycerin Patch suddenly may cause serious, possibly life-threatening, WITHDRAWAL symptoms, including chest pain and heart attack. Having a nitrate-free period each day will help prevent tolerance, dependence, and withdrawal problems.

Issue Date: November 5, 2008
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It is recommended to have a free period from a nitrate!.  I take sublingual nitro occassionally and nitrate pill 3 times a week for many years.  If you did not have any chest pain, it highly probable there is/was no problem.
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