Drugs that are commonly used in heart disease
Hypertension Drugs
List of drugs used for treating hypertension (high blood pressure) with links to drug information.
Drugs for Treating Angina
Several types of medication are useful in treating angina.
Drugs for Heart Arrhythmias
Drugs for heart arrhythmias - the antiarrhythmic drugs - can be difficult to use.
Amiodarone
Amiodarone is the most powerful antiarrhythmic drug, but may be the most toxic.
The Strange History of Amiodarone
Amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone), the most effective and most toxic antiarrhythmic drug, has a unique very strange history.
Beta blockers in heart failure
Contrary to what most doctors were taught in medical school, beta blockers are useful in heart failure, and ought to be prescribed.
Cocaine and the heart
Cocaine can damage the heart irreversibly after even one use.
Aspirin and the heart
Latest recommendations on aspirin for preventing heart disease
Drugs For Cholesterol and Triglycerides
Several types of drugs are useful for lowering cholesterol and triglycerides.
Viagra in Heart Disease
With appropriate precautions, Viagra (sildenafil) can be taken safely in most men with heart disease.
Medications for Heart Arrhythmias
Heart arrhythmias can be treated with antiarrhythmic drugs, AV nodal blocking drugs, beta blockers, statins, and omega-3 fatty acids.
Beta Blocker Drugs
Beta blockers are drugs which are helpful in many cardiovascular conditions.
The Calcium Channel Blockers
Calcium channel blockers are used for treating several cardiovascular conditions including angina and hypertension.
