Medications

For some patients with heart disease, medications may be necessary.

What are some common medications used to treat heart disease?

Common heart disease medications can include:

• beta blockers which reduce heart rate and blood pressure;


• nitroglycerin, which dilates the coronary arteries, making it easier for blood to flow;


• calcium channel blockers, which help slow the heart rate, allowing the heart to beat more efficiently;


• ACE Inhibitors, which dilate blood vessels to increase blood flow and relieve stress on the heart; and


• statins, which reduce the number of lipids (found in cholesterol) in the blood to reduce the likelihood of plaque forming on the arteries.

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