1 You'll need to avoid strenuous activities, but you may be able to continue normal daily activities, such as going to work. 2  Talk to your doctor about an appropriate level of activity for you. 3  Follow a balanced diet.
Nitroglycerin works by causing your veins to expand or dilate, known as venodilation. It also works on dilating the coronary arteries, contributing to the relief of angina.
Nitroglycerin, if taken properly, can help patients with angina achieve a pain-free and unrestricted lifestyle. Simple instructions at the very first encounter with a physician help encourage the free use of this drug. When a tablet is needed, it is placed under the tongue and allowed to dissolve.