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Color-enhanced scanning electron micrograph of thrombi occluding an artery (mag.1600x)


Therapy to Reduce Heart Disease Risk

Many times, medication is needed to prevent or control cardiovascular disease and to reduce the risk of first or repeat myocardial infarctions. When medications are needed and prescribed by physicians, it is important to take the medication as directed. It is also important to continue lifestyle modifications to further reduce the risk of a catastrophic event.

Drugs used to treat heart disease include:

Blood Pressure Medications
Blood Cholesterol Lowering Agents

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