Amyl Nitrite Indications, Dosage, Storage, Stability - Amyl Nitrite

Amyl Nitrite Indications, Dosage, Storage, Stability - Amyl Nitrite

INDICATIONS

Amyl nitrite is indicated for the rapid relief of angina pectoris. Its effect appears within 30 seconds and lasts for approximately 3 to 5 minutes.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

With the patient in recumbent or seated position a capsule of amyl nitrite is held away from the face, crushed between the fingers, and held under the patient’s nose. Two to six inhalations of the vapors from the capsule are usually sufficient to promptly produce therapeutic effects. Caution is recommended to avoid inhalation of excessive amounts of the drug when it is administered by someone other than the patient. If necessary, the dose may be repeated in 3 to 5 minutes.

HOW SUPPLIED

NEWTON brand amyl nitrite is furnished in covered glass capsules. Each capsule contains 0.3 ml in boxes of 12.

The capsule contents are FLAMMABLE and should be protected from light. Storage should be in a cool place, 8°-15°C (46°-59° F).