What medications should be taken for coronary heart disease?
Disease description:
Recently, I was talking with a friend, and he mentioned that his uncle has developed coronary heart disease and is planning to go to the hospital for a checkup. I would like to ask, what medications are used for treating coronary heart disease?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xin
The treatment of coronary heart disease requires a combination of various medications to control symptoms, prevent myocardial infarction, and improve quality of life. Core medications include:
1) Antiplatelet drugs, such as aspirin or clopidogrel, which prevent thrombus formation and reduce cardiac events;
2) Statins, such as atorvastatin or rosuvastatin, which not only lower blood lipids but also stabilize atherosclerotic plaques and prevent plaque rupture;
3) Beta-blockers, such as metoprolol, which slow heart rate, reduce myocardial oxygen consumption, and prevent angina attacks;
4) Nitrates, which dilate the coronary arteries, increase blood supply to the myocardium, and relieve symptoms of angina;
5) Depending on the patient's condition, doctors may also prescribe ACEI/ARB medications (such as enalapril, valsartan) to improve ventricular remodeling and protect cardiac function.
Patients with coronary heart disease should follow medical advice to take medications regularly and attend follow-up appointments to effectively control the disease and improve quality of life.
