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Cardiac Medications: A Patient's Complete Reference

A comprehensive medication reference written for patients — covering ACE inhibitors, ARBs, beta-blockers, anticoagulants, statins, diuretics, nitrates, and more. What each does, why it matters, and what to watch for.

✓ 5 pages✓ 12 drug classes✓ Side effects guide✓ Anticoagulant reference✓ PDF download
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  • ACE inhibitors, ARBs, and ARNi (Entresto) explained
  • Beta-blockers — why never to stop abruptly
  • Full anticoagulant comparison table (warfarin vs. DOACs)
  • Statins — dosing, myopathy, and what labs to monitor
  • Diuretics — furosemide, HCTZ, spironolactone
  • Nitrates — safe use and the sildenafil interaction warning
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Patients who understand their medications take them consistently

Medication non-adherence causes an estimated 125,000 deaths and 10% of hospitalizations in the United States annually. The most common driver of non-adherence? Not understanding why a medication matters.

This reference was written to give cardiac patients the same depth of medication explanation Dr. Nyange provides in a comprehensive consultation — so that every pill has a reason, and that reason motivates consistency.

What's inside

12
Drug Classes
Covered in complete clinical depth across all major cardiac medication categories
125K
Deaths/Year
Attributed to medication non-adherence in the US — understanding prevents this
4
GDMT Pillars
The four heart failure medication classes that reduce mortality — all covered

"I want every patient to be able to explain what each of their medications does in one sentence. Not because they need to be their own doctor, but because that understanding makes them an active participant in their care — and active participants have better outcomes."

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Dr. Christabel Nyange, MD, MPH, FACC
Founder, ElinMed · Board-Certified Cardiologist

Common Questions

Why am I on so many heart medications — can I take fewer?
Multiple medications often serve different purposes simultaneously — for example, a beta-blocker reduces heart rate AND protects against arrhythmia AND reduces cardiac workload. Combination therapy is often necessary because each medication acts on a different pathway. Never reduce medications without discussion with Dr. Nyange — the synergy between them is intentional.
I feel better — can I stop my beta-blocker?
No — this is one of the most dangerous misconceptions in cardiology. Beta-blockers must never be stopped abruptly. Sudden discontinuation causes a rebound effect — surging adrenaline can trigger dangerous angina, arrhythmia, or even heart attack in susceptible patients. If you want to adjust your beta-blocker, discuss tapering with Dr. Nyange.
What is the difference between warfarin and the newer blood thinners (DOACs)?
DOACs (apixaban, rivaroxaban, dabigatran, edoxaban) do not require regular INR monitoring, have fewer food interactions than warfarin, and are generally at least as effective. Warfarin may still be preferred in certain situations — mechanical heart valves, severe kidney disease, some cases of antiphospholipid syndrome. The full comparison is covered in this guide.

Know your medications. Take them consistently. Live longer.

The medication reference that turns adherence from a chore into a conviction.

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