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glyceryl trinitrate

glyceryl trinitrate (TRANSIDERM-NITRO 25) is a soluble guanylate cyclase activator. Associated with Sanofi-aventis Healthcare Pty Ltd.

TGA: approved
Patents linked 0
Pipeline programs 2
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Drug details — glyceryl trinitrate

Quick answer

glyceryl trinitrate (TRANSIDERM-NITRO 25) is a soluble guanylate cyclase activator. Associated with Sanofi-aventis Healthcare Pty Ltd.

Key facts

INN glyceryl trinitrate
Brand TRANSIDERM-NITRO 25
Mechanism Soluble guanylate cyclase activator
Target Soluble guanylate cyclase

Mechanism of action

Soluble guanylate cyclase activator

Primary target: Soluble guanylate cyclase

Approval history

Authority Status Date
TGA approved

Pipeline programs

  1. MAMBO-II Approved · George Institute for · Migraine
  2. PROMISE Approved · Telethon Foundation · Myocardial infarction with non-obstructive coronary arteries

Related & competitor drugs

  1. isosorbide dinitrate Soluble guanylate cyclase activator
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  3. nitroglycerin Soluble guanylate cyclase activator
  4. riociguat Cardiovascular system (C02)
  5. sodium nitroprusside Soluble guanylate cyclase activator
  6. nitric oxide Respiratory system (R07)

Frequently asked questions

What is glyceryl trinitrate?

glyceryl trinitrate (TRANSIDERM-NITRO 25) is a soluble guanylate cyclase activator. Associated with Sanofi-aventis Healthcare Pty Ltd.

What is the brand name for glyceryl trinitrate?

TRANSIDERM-NITRO 25 is a marketed brand name for glyceryl trinitrate. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.