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What is Right-sided Heart Failure?

Treatment for right-sided heart failure

The underlying issue that is causing right-sided heart failure determines the best course of treatment. Right-sided heart failure is typically treated with a combination of drugs, dietary changes, and sometimes implantable devices that help the heart pump more efficiently. It’s crucial to treat left-sided heart failure.

Medication

Here are some of the most common drugs used for right-sided heart failure:

  • Diuretics
  • Vasodilators [5]
  • Digoxin [6]
  • Beta-blockers [7]
  • Pulmonary vasodilators