Angina

Question 0

First line treatment for stable angina

Answer 0

Beta blocker (eg atenolol)
OR
Calcium channel blocker (eg verapamil)
Both with simvastatin AND aspirin

Question 1

Use of verapamil in angina

Answer 1

Calcium channel blocker-relaxation and prevention of coronary spasm and reduction of O2 utilisation
Do not prescribe with beta blockers
Not for use in liver disease, porphyria or WPW
Avoid grapefruit juice