How long do angina attacks last?

An angina pain does not usually last long. It will usually ease within 10 minutes when you rest. If you take some glyceryl trinitrate (GTN) it should go within 1-2 minutes (see 'Glyceryl trinitrate' section, below). read more

Attack of angina. An attack of actual "angina" would usually last 5-10 minutes. If it lasts longer than this, you should be calling 911 and getting to an ED immediately. read more

Angina pain is often triggered by stress or physical activity. It doesn’t last for long – usually just a few minutes – and this is known as an angina attack. It’s caused by stable angina and can be treated with medication and rest. read more