In:
Open Medicine, Walter de Gruyter GmbH, Vol. 10, No. 1 ( 2015-1-1)
Abstract:
European Society of Cardiology Guidelines cite
results of meta-analysis that the use of calcium channel blockers results in fewer angina episodes per week vs.
long-acting nitrates. Moreover, we listed 12 reasons more to prefer amlodipine over long-acting nitrates, especially
in stable angina pectoris patients with arterial hypertension. It may be the way to decrease polypharmacy without
loosing efficacy. Some important advantages of amlodipine versus long-acting nitrate(s) are: amlodipine also
treats hypertension, it helps reducing hypertensive target organ damages (e.g. left ventricular hypertrophy) and prevents morning blood pressure surge. Moreover, amlodipine
can be given once daily (which improves adherence), it produces neither tolerance nor rebound, it has less side
effects.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
2391-5463
DOI:
10.1515/med-2015-0011
Language:
English
Publisher:
Walter de Gruyter GmbH
Publication Date:
2015
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2829380-0
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