Where should NTG tablets be stored?

• A. In the original container stored away from light and heat but easily accessible
• B. In the fridge
• C. In the bathroom cabinet
• D. In the freezer

Answer: (A)

NTG tablets are highly potent but easily lose potency when exposed to light, heat, or moisture. To maintain effectiveness for quick relief during chest pain, they should be kept in their original dark bottle with the cap tightly closed, at room temperature, and protected from light and heat. The bottle should be stored where it is readily accessible to the patient so a tablet can be taken promptly at the onset of angina. Refrigeration or freezing isn’t needed and can introduce moisture or other issues, and storing in the bathroom exposes the tablets to humidity and heat from showers, which can degrade potency.