Core Viewpoint - The article highlights a significant surge in the sales of emergency medications, particularly nitroglycerin and rapid heart rescue pills, following increased public concern over sudden cardiac death incidents. Group 1: Sales Data and User Demographics - From March 24 to March 26, the sales of nitroglycerin-related medications increased nearly 19 times year-on-year, while the sales of rapid heart rescue pills grew over 10 times [3] - Users aged 36 to 45 accounted for over 53% of those searching for rapid heart rescue pills, with a year-on-year increase of over 50%. Users aged 26 to 35 made up 23% of the searches. The top three cities for purchases were Shenzhen, Guangzhou, and Chengdu [3] - For nitroglycerin, users aged 36 to 45 represented over 51% of searches, while those aged 26 to 35 accounted for 22%. The top three provinces for searches were Guangdong, Jiangsu, and Shandong [3] Group 2: Medical Insights and Limitations - Rapid heart rescue pills, often seen as a remedy for older adults, are increasingly being used by younger individuals as a daily medication or "fatigue-fighting" tool [5] - These pills are used for treating angina pectoris and work by dilating coronary arteries to alleviate symptoms. However, they are not a universal solution and have clear side effects [6] - Medical professionals emphasize that while these medications can provide short-term relief for angina, they are not effective for preventing heart attacks and should not be used as a preventive measure against fatigue [7] - Both rapid heart rescue pills and nitroglycerin have specific side effects, including headaches, low blood pressure, and potential heart palpitations [7] Group 3: Emergency Response - Even if medications alleviate chest pain symptoms, it is crucial to seek medical attention promptly for further evaluation and treatment of underlying conditions [8] - These emergency medications do not treat cardiac arrest; immediate CPR and the use of an AED are necessary in such cases [8]