Which one of the following drugs is most commonly employed in an attack of angina pectoris ?
Correct answer: C. Nitroglycerina
- A. Sodium nitrate
- B. Epinephrine
- C. Nitroglycerina
- D. Isosorbide dinitrateGet Study Guides
Explanation
Sublingual nitroglycerin is commonly used to terminate an acute angina attack because it rapidly releases nitric oxide, dilates veins and lowers cardiac preload. Isosorbide dinitrate is also an antianginal nitrate but is more often used for longer-term prophylaxis.
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