Antianginal Drugs Names

Antianginal Drugs Names

Here's a comprehensive list of antianginal drugs, organized by their classes:

Nitrates:

a) Short-acting:

Nitroglycerin (Glyceryl trinitrate)

Isosorbide dinitrate (immediate-release)

Amyl nitrite

b) Long-acting:

Isosorbide mononitrate

Isosorbide dinitrate (extended-release)

Nitroglycerin transdermal patch

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Beta-blockers:

a) Cardioselective:

Metoprolol

Atenolol

Bisoprolol

Nebivolol

b) Non-cardioselective:

Propranolol

Nadolol

Timolol

c) With alpha-blocking properties:

Carvedilol

Labetalol

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Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs):

a) Dihydropyridines:

Amlodipine

Nifedipine

Felodipine

Nicardipine

b) Non-dihydropyridines:

Verapamil

Diltiazem

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Newer Antianginal Agents:

a) Late sodium current inhibitor:

Ranolazine

b) If channel inhibitor:

Ivabradine

c) Metabolic modulator:

Trimetazidine

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Potassium Channel Opener:

Nicorandil (not available in all countries)

Miscellaneous:

a) Vasodilator:

Dipyridamole

b) Selective sinus node inhibitor:

Zatebradine (investigational)

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Combination Products:

Isosorbide dinitrate/Hydralazine (BiDil)

It's important to note that while these drugs are classified as antianginal, some of them (particularly beta-blockers and calcium channel blockers) have multiple indications and are widely used in the treatment of other cardiovascular conditions such as hypertension and arrhythmias.

The choice of antianginal drug depends on various factors, including the patient's specific condition, comorbidities, contraindications, and potential drug interactions. Often, a combination of these medications is used to achieve optimal angina management. Additionally, new antianginal drugs are continually being researched and developed, so this list may expand in the future.