[Effect of xanthinol niacinate on the autoimmunity and capillary permeability in patients with stable stenocardia]

Kardiologiia
|March 1, 1991
PubMed

Insights

Antianginal therapy using long-acting nitrates and xanthinol nicotinate improved clinical effects. This treatment reduced immune complexes, IgG, and capillary permeability, benefiting patients with angina.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Immunology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Angina pectoris is a common cardiovascular condition.
  • Current therapies aim to improve blood flow and reduce myocardial oxygen demand.
  • The role of immune complexes in angina pathophysiology requires further elucidation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the clinical efficacy of a three-month antianginal therapy.
  • To investigate the effects of this therapy on immune complexes and IgG levels.
  • To assess the impact on capillary permeability and dienic conjugate levels.

Main Methods:

  • A three-month therapeutic trial was conducted.
  • Patients received varying daily doses of long-acting nitrates and xanthinol nicotinate.
  • Clinical effects, immune complex levels, IgG, capillary permeability, and dienic conjugates were monitored.

Main Results:

  • A positive clinical effect was observed in most patients.
  • Significant reduction in immune complexes and IgG levels was noted.
  • Decreased capillary permeability and dienic conjugate levels in erythrocytes and plasma were documented.

Conclusions:

  • Combined therapy with long-acting nitrates and xanthinol nicotinate demonstrates therapeutic benefits in angina.
  • The treatment appears to modulate immune system components and vascular permeability.
  • Further research can explore the underlying mechanisms of these observed effects.

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