nitrol

Frequently asked questions

What does Nitrol treat?

Nitrol (Nitroglycerin) may be used to treat angina pectoris, eclampsia, fissure in ano, heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, intraoperative complications, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How does Nitrol work?

Nitrol is a nitrate vasodilator. Nitrate vasodilators are converted in the body into nitric oxide, which relaxes the smooth muscle in blood vessel walls and widens them. This mainly opens up the veins, reducing how hard the heart must work and relieving chest pain.

How much does Nitrol cost?

Nobody can tell you what you will pay — your price is set by your insurer's formulary, your deductible and the pharmacy's markup, and none of those are published. What IS published is what the pharmacy paid to acquire it: about $4.23 for 30, per the CMS NADAC survey. Treat that as the floor, not the quote — ask the pharmacist for the cash price as well as your copay, because for cheap generics the cash price often wins.

Is there a coupon or discount for Nitrol?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Nitrol. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Nitrol?

Nitrol is marketed by Rorer. You can see Rorer's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Nitrol a brand-name or generic drug?

Nitrol is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Nitroglycerin. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Nitroglycerin are available — ask your pharmacist.

Is Nitrol available over the counter?

No. Nitrol is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Nitrol come in?

Nitrol is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Nitrol?

Nitrol is classified as nitrate vasodilator, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Nitrol FDA-registered?

Nitrol is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA018774. You can verify this on its official FDA label.