Select the nitrate drug that is used prophylactically to prevent the occurrence of anginal attacks.
A. Nitroglycerin sublingual pump
B. Sublingual nitroglycerin
C. Nitroglycerin extended-release capsules
D. Nitroglycerin for IV infusion
Answer: C
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