Pharmacological measures for the secondary prevention of ischaemic heart disease at different ages
| Age (years) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| <65 | 65 – 79 | 80+ | |
| ACE, angiotensin converting enzyme. | |||
| Aspirin | ++ | ++ | + |
| β Blockers | ++ | + | ? |
| ACE inhibitors | ++ | ++ | + |
| Other antihypertensive treatment | ++ | ++ | ? |
| Statins | ++ | ++ | ? |
| Glycaemic control | ++ | ++ | + |