Track: Cardiovascular Pharmacology and Toxicology

Cardio Care Conference 2025

The "Cardiovascular Pharmacology and Toxicology" session will explore the latest advancements in the pharmacological management of cardiovascular diseases, focusing on how drugs influence heart health and the potential risks associated with cardiovascular medications. It will cover the mechanisms of action of emerging drug therapies, including novel classes of antihypertensives, anticoagulants, and lipid-lowering agents, and their impact on patient outcomes. By examining both the benefits and risks of cardiovascular pharmacology, this session will provide participants with valuable insights into optimizing drug therapies and minimizing toxicity in cardiovascular care.

Mechanisms of Action of Cardiovascular Drugs: Delve into the mechanisms through which cardiovascular drugs exert their effects, including how they impact cardiac contractility, heart rate, blood pressure, and vascular tone. Learn how these drugs help modulate heart function, reduce symptoms, and improve patient outcomes in various cardiovascular diseases.

Drug Therapy in Heart Failure: Explore the pharmacological management of heart failure, including the use of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), beta-blockers, diuretics, aldosterone antagonists, and inotropes. Understand how combination therapies are used to optimize treatment and manage both acute and chronic heart failure.

Antithrombotic Therapy in Cardiovascular Disease: Gain insights into the use of antiplatelet agents (e.g., aspirin, clopidogrel) and anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin, direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs)) in preventing thromboembolic events, such as stroke, myocardial infarction, and deep vein thrombosis. 

Pharmacogenomics in Cardiovascular Therapy: Explore the role of pharmacogenomics in cardiovascular therapy, focusing on how genetic variations influence drug responses in patients with cardiovascular diseases.

Cardiovascular Toxicology: Examine the potential toxic effects of certain drugs, environmental toxins, and substances on the cardiovascular system. Discuss the mechanisms behind drug-induced cardiotoxicity, including damage to the myocardium, vasculature, and conduction system. 

Adverse Drug Reactions and Drug Interactions: Learn about the common adverse drug reactions (ADRs) and drug interactions that can occur in patients receiving cardiovascular medications. Understand how certain medications may interact with each other or with food and herbal supplements, leading to reduced efficacy or harmful effects on heart health.

Innovations in Cardiovascular Drug Development: Explore the latest advancements in cardiovascular drug development, including new classes of medications for heart failure, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia, as well as novel therapeutic approaches such as gene therapy and regenerative medicine. 

Toxicology of Environmental Factors on the Cardiovascular System: Investigate how exposure to environmental factors such as air pollution, heavy metals, and endocrine disruptors can contribute to cardiovascular disease. Learn about the toxicological effects of these agents on cardiovascular health and the strategies used to mitigate these risks.