Medication·Interactions·Reviewed June 9, 2026
Nitroglycerin interactions.
Nitroglycerin has 3 documented interactions in the NutriStack database. The full interaction list is below. None of this is a substitute for your prescriber's advice.
Nitroglycerin at a glance.
A quick, data-grounded summary. The full tables are below.
Nitroglycerin has 3 documented interactions in the NutriStack database. The full interaction list is below. None of this is a substitute for your prescriber's advice.
Substances that interact with nitroglycerin.
Every supplement and medication in the NutriStack database with a documented interaction with this drug, highest-severity first. Open any pair for the mechanism and sources.
| Substance | Interaction | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| L-Arginine | Caution | Nitroglycerin and L-arginine both increase nitric-oxide-mediated vasodilation. Using them together can add to blood pressure lowering, headaches,... details → |
| L-Citrulline | Caution | L-citrulline raises circulating L-arginine and can support nitric-oxide-mediated blood pressure lowering. Nitroglycerin also works through nitric... details → |
| NAC | Caution | NAC can potentiate nitroglycerin-related vasodilation and headache. In people using nitrates for angina, this may increase the chance of symptomatic... details → |
The full nitroglycerin profile.
Uses, typical dosing, side effects, and the cited evidence for this medication.
Common nitroglycerin questions.
Quick answers drawn from the tables above.
What interacts with Nitroglycerin?
In the NutriStack database, Nitroglycerin has 3 documented interactions. The most notable include L-Arginine, L-Citrulline, and NAC. Check any specific combination before taking it and confirm with your prescriber.
Is it safe to take L-Arginine with Nitroglycerin?
NutriStack classifies the L-Arginine and Nitroglycerin pairing as caution: Nitroglycerin and L-arginine both increase nitric-oxide-mediated vasodilation. Using them together can add to blood pressure lowering, headaches, flushing, dizziness,... Do not start high-dose L-arginine while using nitroglycerin without prescriber input. If your clinician allows the combination, start with a low... Always confirm with your prescriber.
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