List of Treatments for Heart Disease

Angioplasty and stents

Overview
Angioplasty is a common nonsurgical procedure also referred to as percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), balloon angioplasty, and coronary artery balloon dilation. Angioplasty is considered in cases of… read more

Bayer (Aspirin)

Overview
Bayer is an over-the-counter medication used to treat pain, fever, and inflammation. In cases of heart disease, doctors sometimes recommend taking Bayer for its blood-thinning properties. Bayer is also referred… read more

Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)

Overview
Coronary artery bypass grafting (also known as CABG, pronounced “cabbage”) is the most common heart surgery. CABG is considered in cases of severe coronary heart disease, where a waxy substance called plaque… read more

Crestor (Rosuvastatin)

Overview
Crestor is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to reduce cholesterol. Crestor is an adjunctive therapy to a low-fat diet. Crestor is also known by its drug name, Rosuvastatin.… read more

Lasix (Furosemide)

Overview
Lasix is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat hypertension and edema associated with congestive heart failure and other conditions. Lasix may be referred to by its… read more

Lipitor (Atorvastatin)

Overview
Lipitor is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to reduce the risk for myocardial infarction (heart attack), stroke, angina, and coronary artery bypass in people with high risk… read more

Lopressor (Metoprolol)

Overview
Lopressor is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat hypertension, angina, and heart attack. Lopressor is also known by its drug name, Metoprolol.

Lopressor is a beta… read more

Plavix (Clopidogrel)

Overview
Plavix is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat acute coronary syndrome, peripheral arterial disease, and recent myocardial infarction or stroke. Plavix is also… read more

Zestril (Lisinopril)

Overview
Zestril is a prescription drug approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat hypertension and heart failure. Zestril is also known by its drug name, Lisinopril.

Zestril is an… read more