Pharmacy
NTG medical abbreviation
NTG means "nitroglycerin".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (3 in all for NTG), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What NTG means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| nitroglycerin | None | Prescriptions, Pharmacy |
Example
Sample medication list entry: "NTG SL."
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Questions
What does NTG mean in medical terms?
NTG means "nitroglycerin".
Where is NTG used?
NTG shows up in prescriptions and pharmacy. Its category here is pharmacy.
Is NTG on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. NTG is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.