Amyl Nitrite Side Effects, and Drug Interactions - Amyl Nitrite

Amyl Nitrite Side Effects, and Drug Interactions - Amyl Nitrite

SIDE EFFECTS

Mild transitory headache, dizziness and flushing of the face are common with the use of amyl nitrite. The following adverse reactions may occur in susceptible patients: syncope, involuntary passing of urine and feces, hypotension, pallor, cold sweat, tachycardia, restlessness, weakness, vomiting and nausea. Excessively high doses of amyl nitrite administered chronically may cause methemoglobinemia.

DRUG ABUSE AND DEPENDENCE

Abuse - Volatile nitrites are abused for sexual stimulation, with headache as a common side effect.

Dependence - Tolerance to nitrites can develop; conditions and duration have not been established.

DRUG INTERACTIONS

Taking amyl nitrite after drinking alcohol may worsen side effects and may cause severe hypotension and cardiovascular collapse.