The invention relates to the administration of inhibitors of phosphodiesterase 1 (PDE1) for the treatment of diseases or disorders characterized by disruption of or damage to various cGMP/PKG mediated pathways. In one embodiment the invention relates to inhibitors of phosphodiesterase 1 (PDE1) for treatment of cardiovascular disease and related disorders, e.g., congestive heart disease, atherosclerosis, myocardial infarction, and stroke.
