Spirendolol
Spirendolol
Spirendolol (pronunciation: spi-ren-dol-ol) is a non-selective beta-adrenergic antagonist that is used in the treatment of various cardiovascular conditions.
Etymology
The term "Spirendolol" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug, which includes a spirocyclic ring and an indole group. The suffix "-olol" is commonly used in the names of beta blockers.
Usage
Spirendolol is primarily used in the treatment of high blood pressure and angina. It works by blocking the action of certain natural chemicals in your body, such as epinephrine, on the heart and blood vessels. This effect reduces heart rate, blood pressure, and strain on the heart.
Related Terms
- Beta blocker: A class of medications that are particularly used to manage abnormal heart rhythms, and to protect the heart from a second heart attack (myocardial infarction) after a first heart attack (secondary prevention).
- Hypertension: Also known as high blood pressure, it is a long-term medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated.
- Angina pectoris: A type of chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Spirendolol
- Wikipedia's article - Spirendolol
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