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Tag: Vasospastic angina

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What is the drug of choice for coronary vasospasm?

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According to StatPearls, calcium channel blockers (CCBs) are the current first-line pharmacologic treatment for coronary artery vasospasm. This medication class is highly effective for preventing the severe, transient narrowing of coronary arteries that characterizes this condition, also known as Prinzmetal or vasospastic angina. Treatment also involves using fast-acting nitrates to relieve acute episodes.