Wednesday, August 18th, 2010
Warfarin and Vitamin K
People taking warfarin (Coumadin) are at higher risk for atherosclerosis and osteoporosis (brittle bones) because the drug increases arterial calcification and decreases bone calcification. A study in the journal Pharmacotherapy demonstrated the safety and benefit of low-dose vitamin K supplementation in patients taking warfarin. However, it is imperative that a person who takes blood thinners use vitamin K2 only under the close supervision of a doctor.
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Tuesday, July 27th, 2010
Atherosclerosis and CAD Drugs Nitrates
- Isosorbide dinitrate, sublingual and chewable (Isordil, Sorbitrate)
- Isosorbide mononitrate (Imdur, Ismo, Isotrate ER,Monoket)
- Nitroglycerin ER (Nitroglyn)
- Nitroglycerin ointment (Nitro-Bid ointment, Nitrol)
- Nitroglycerin skin patches (Deponit, Minitran, Nitro-Dur, Nitrodisc,
- Transderm-Nitro)
- Nitroglycerin spray (Nitrolingual)
How do these drugs work?
This class of medications dilates the veins returning blood to the heart as well as the heart arteries, increasing oxygenation of the heart cells.
What are the benefits?
Quick relief of heart pain (angina)
Potential side effects
- Constant throbbing headache
- Flushing of the head and neck
- Increased heart rate or heart palpitations
- Nausea, vomiting
Major cautions
Drop in blood pressure, causing dizziness and weakness
Known drug interactions (more…)
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Monday, July 19th, 2010
Atherosclerosis and Coronary Artery Disease Drugs and Their Natural Alternatives. What Is Atherosclerosis?
The medical term
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