When should I call my doctor while taking amyl nitrite?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Pharmacy

While using amyl nitrite, call your doctor if you have any of these symptoms:

dizziness or light-headedness, especially when sitting up or standing
severe headache
nausea
vomiting
unusual tiredness
restlessness
rash
shortness of breath
rapid heartbeat

You also should call your doctor if you are using amyl nitrite more and more often and if you are using more of the drug each time you need it.

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