Unstable angina

[Picass]

Please help I came off bisoprolol because it was making me wheeze and giving me stomach problems but I don’t seem to be able to find anything else that controls my unstable angina I am on nicorandil at the moment and that is not helping.can anyone suggest anything that works. I know everyone is different but I am desperate. Thanks

[Milkfairy Heart Star]

Hi Picass

I am sorry to hear you are having problems.

If you have unstable angina eg worsening and more frequent chest pain that is not relieved with 3 lots of GTN sprays 5 minutes apart and at rest you need to seek medical advice

Ring 111

We are all individuals and respond to medication differently

There are several angina medications that can help however I suggest you duscuss this with your GP or Cardiologist

This BHF information lists some other possible medications that may help

bhf.org.uk/informationsuppo...

[gilreid1]

You say YOU came off bisoprolol. Do you mean your GP stopped you. And is your GP prescribing alternative? I would suggest you contact your GP or call 111 and get help as soon as possible. Do not self diagnose.

[Picass in reply to gilreid1]

Doctor knew I came off it and prescribed carvedilol instead but my blood pressure went too low hence now I am on nicorandil

[Healthyheart1 in reply to Picass]

Hi,you really need to speak to your doctor/ cardiologist. Good luck with everything and milkfairy has given you good advice and a link for you to look at. I know its hard because I went through problems before the cardiologist found the appropriate meds for me to take. It is controlled at the moment. Last Saturday I Started with angina while shopping in morisons I ended up sleepy and in some pain most of the day. I couldn't make tea for us. At these times my husband just takes the lead and doesn't panic anymore. It has taken a long time for me to be at this stage. Please contact the doctor and try and contact your cardiologist. X best wishes Sheena x

[Picass in reply to Healthyheart1]

How can you tell the difference between angina and heart attack

[Milkfairy Heart Star in reply to Picass]

The only way to tell the difference between unstable angina and a heart attack is to be seen by a doctor, have a 12 lead ECG and a blood test to check your Troponin levels

This means a trip to hospital.

[Healthyheart1 in reply to Picass]

What milkfairy said x