After having a heart attack and an artery-opening procedure (angioplasty), and while taking Vymada, Ecosprin, Brilinta, Eptus T, Atocor, and Seloken XL, what are my chances of improving my heart's pumping strength (ejection fraction), what is my life expectancy, what are the long-term side effects of these medications and how can I minimize them, and what are the risks and benefits of getting an implantable defibrillator (AICD), including whether it can help improve my heart's pumping ability?
Your current medications?including sacubitril/valsartan (Vymada), aspirin (Ecosprin), ticagrelor (Brilinta), eplerenone/torasemide (Eptus T), atorvastatin (Atocor), and metoprolol (Seloken XL)?are excellent for improving your heart's pumping strength (ejection fraction) over the next few months. With these, your life expectancy can be long and fulfilling. Side effects like bruising or muscle aches are manageable through routine doctor visits. An AICD serves as a vital safety net to protect your heart rhythm; while it does not directly improve pumping strength, it provides invaluable peace of mind.
