Propranolol

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propranolol
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 Uses: hypertention;angina pectoris

 Properties: lipophilic

 Hazards: see side effects & drug interactions

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In medicine, propranolol is "a widely used non-cardioselective beta-adrenergic antagonist. Propranolol has been used for myocardial infarction; arrhythmia; angina pectoris; hypertension; hyperthyroidism; migraine; pheochromocytoma; and anxiety but adverse effects instigate replacement by newer drugs."[1]

History

Propranolol was developed by Akrimax Pharms. Atenolol received approval in the United States November 13, 1967.[2]

Generic propranolol was available October 22, 1985.[3]

Metabolism

Propranolol is metabolized in the liver by several isoenzymes of cytochrome P-450.

External links

The most up-to-date information about Propranolol and other drugs can be found at the following sites.


References

  1. Anonymous (2024), Propranolol (English). Medical Subject Headings. U.S. National Library of Medicine.
  2. Drugs@FDA. U S Food and Drug Administration
  3. Drugs@FDA. U S Food and Drug Administration