ACE Inhibitors
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors stop the body from producing a chemical that narrows blood vessels. They are used to
treat high blood pressure and damaged heart muscle. For people with a
heart attack, ACE inhibitors may increase survival along with reduce the chances of a future heart attack or developing
congestive heart failure. Some examples of ACE inhibitors used as treatment for a heart attack include:
Angiotensin II Receptor Blockers
Nitrates
Nitrates relax blood vessels and are used to treat chest pain. Nitrates in different forms can be used to:
- Relieve the pain of an angina attack
- Prevent an expected episode
- Reduce the number of attacks that occur by using the medicine regularly on a long-term basis.
The most commonly used nitrate for angina is nitroglycerin.
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