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Angina Pectoris

Angina pectoris is chest pain or discomfort that occurs when the heart muscle does not receive enough oxygen-rich blood. It is a symptom of an underlying heart problem and may begin with exertion before easing with rest.

Imdur

Isosorbide Mononitrate

20mg · 30mg · 40mg · 60mg

Isosorbide mononitrate tablets for angina. It widens veins, reducing the heart's workload and the need for oxygen.

From$0.44/ tabletView

Lopressor

Metoprolol

12.5mg · 25mg · 50mg · 100mg

Metoprolol tablets for high blood pressure and angina. It is cardioselective, so it mainly affects the heart and is kinder to the airways.

From$0.66/ tabletView

Tenormin

Atenolol

25mg · 50mg · 100mg

Atenolol tablets for high blood pressure and angina. It slows the heart rate, easing the heart's workload.

From$0.33/ tabletView

Inderal

Propranolol

10mg · 20mg · 40mg · 80mg

Propranolol tablets for high blood pressure and angina. It slows the heart rate, lowering its oxygen demand.

From$0.42/ tabletView

Calan

Verapamil

80mg · 120mg · 240mg

Verapamil tablets for high blood pressure and angina. It can slow the heart rate, which makes it useful for angina but means it is not suitable for everyone.

From$0.51/ tabletView

Diltiazem Tablets

Diltiazem

60mg · 120mg · 180mg

Diltiazem tablets for high blood pressure and chest pain. It relaxes blood vessels and slows the heart rate.

From$0.87/ tabletView

Key points

  • Pressure or squeezing in the chest can spread to the shoulders, arms, neck, jaw, abdomen or back.
  • Breathlessness or fatigue can sometimes occur instead of chest pain, while some people describe an upset-stomach feeling.
  • Stable and unstable angina describe different patterns of angina that need to be distinguished.
  • Treatment can reduce pain and lower the risk of a heart attack.

Medicines listed for Angina Pectoris

The listed products for angina pectoris contain nitrates, beta blockers and calcium channel blockers. Nitrates in the range include Isosorbide Mononitrate, while beta blockers include Metoprolol. The catalogue also includes products containing atenolol, propranolol, verapamil, nitroglycerin, diltiazem and isosorbide dinitrate for angina and chest pain.

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