Difference between salvia drops and nitroglycerin

Danshen drops and nitroglycerin are both commonly used in cardiovascular medicine. Danshen drops are mainly Chinese medicine, composed of Danshen and ice chips, which can dilate coronary arteries and activate blood circulation. Nitroglycerin is a western medicine, the main ingredient is nitroglycerin, which can dilate coronary arteries. In addition, for patients with heart failure, it can reduce the anterior and posterior load of the heart, thus achieving the effect of lowering blood pressure and controlling heart failure. For both Salvia drops and nitroglycerin, they can be used in the treatment of acute attacks of angina pectoris. Nitroglycerin has a faster onset of action, often within 3-5 minutes of sublingual administration, while salvia drops have a slower onset of action. For patients with coronary artery disease and related heart conditions, nitroglycerin and salvia pills can be used as emergency medications.