Calcium Antagonist

Calcium antagonists are medications that block the influx of calcium into the cells of the body. These drugs are used to treat a variety of cardiovascular conditions, such as hypertension, angina, and cardiac arrhythmias. By blocking calcium, calcium antagonists reduce the strength of contraction of the heart muscle, thus reducing blood pressure and helping to prevent cardiovascular events. They also help to reduce the risk of stroke by preventing the formation of blood clots. Calcium antagonists can also be used to treat conditions such as Raynaud’s disease, and to reduce the symptoms of migraine headaches.