Nitrates
About the Procedure
Nitrates are medications used to relieve and prevent chest pain (angina) by relaxing and widening blood vessels. This improves blood flow to the heart muscle and reduces the heart’s workload and oxygen demand. They act quickly to relieve acute angina and are also used in long-acting forms for prevention. Nitrates are commonly prescribed in coronary artery disease, heart failure, and acute cardiac care. Proper timing and dosing are important to maintain effectiveness and avoid tolerance.
Relevant Specialties
Cardiology
Our Cardiology Department delivers prevention, diagnosis and treatment for heart diseases through personalised care and advanced technology. Risk clinics for blood pressure and lipids offer non-invasive testing (ECG, echocardiogram, treadmill stress test, Holter monitor, and ambulatory blood pressure monitoring) and provide interventional services in a modern Catheterisation Laboratory, including device therapy and structural procedures. We maintain 24/7 cardiac ICU coverage and consultant availability to ensure rapid treatment for acute events. Post-procedure, patients receive tailored rehabilitation and multidisciplinary support that spans diabetes, pulmonary, and genetic services.
