title: [Cardiovascular effects of calcium antagonists].
abstract: In this brief review, the most relevant points of the history of calcium-antagonists are described including their use in Chinese medicine. The mechanism of action on the heart and peripheral vessels is also reported. Finally, the therapeutic use of calcium antagonists in arterial hypertension is discussed.
authors.forename: F
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Pasanisi
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Marino
mesh_terms: D002121:Calcium Channel Blockers / Q000494:pharmacology* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002319:Cardiovascular System / Q000187:drug effects*; D006801:Humans; D006973:Hypertension / Q000188:drug therapy
chemical_list: D002121:Calcium Channel Blockers
vernacular_title: Effetti cardiovascolari dei calcio-antagonisti.