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What does ABCD medicines for heart health signify?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I had a heart attack two and a half years ago where I had one of the main arteries clogged, and a stent was put into it. The report says ACS-IWSTEMI, occluded proximities RCA, and primary PCI have done with 3.5 X 28 DES and post-dilation with 3.75 NC balloon. I was advised to take tablet Brilinta 90 mg and tablet Aspirin 81 mg for one year. After one year of medicines except for the Aspirin, I went for an overall checkup where I was questioned about ABCD medicines by the physician, which I never took. So my question is, what other medication should I take besides Aspirin for life? Kindly help.

Answered by Dr. Vivek S Narayan Pillai

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Dr. Vivek S. Narayan Pillai is a skilled Cardiologist with expertise in diagnosing and treating heart conditions such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and heart failure. He is proficient in advanced cardiac diagnostics, including ECG, echocardiography, and stress testing. Known for his patient-centered approach, Dr. Pillai is dedicated to providing evidence-based cardiac care to improve heart health and overall well-being.

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Hi,

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Thanks for the query and the description of your problem. The ABCD mentioned by your physician means - Aspirin, Beta-blockers (drugs preventing heart failure) and BP (blood pressure) control, then C stands for cholesterol-lowering drugs and D for diuretics to avoid water lung. As a drug-eluting stent has been placed at the beginning of the right coronary artery, you must take Aspirin for life. Presumably, your heart function is still depressed. Regards.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At August 10, 2021
Reviewed At June 21, 2024

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Professional Bio:

Dr. Vivek S. Narayan Pillai is a skilled Cardiologist with expertise in diagnosing and treating heart conditions such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and heart failure. He is proficient in advanced cardiac diagnostics, including ECG, echocardiography, and stress testing. Known for his patient-centered approach, Dr. Pillai is dedicated to providing evidence-based cardiac care to improve heart health and overall well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

DM

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vivek S. Narayan Pillai is a skilled Cardiologist with expertise in diagnosing and treating heart conditions such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and heart failure. He is proficient in advanced cardiac diagnostics, including ECG, echocardiography, and stress testing. Known for his patient-centered approach, Dr. Pillai is dedicated to providing evidence-based cardiac care to improve heart health and overall well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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