Nitroglycerin

Nitroglycerin is a medication used for the treatment and prevention of angina pectoris, a type of chest pain that occurs when there is reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. It belongs to a class of drugs known as nitrates.Nitroglycerin works by relaxing and widening the blood vessels, allowing for increased blood flow to the heart. This helps to relieve chest pain and improve blood supply to the heart muscle.