Arbutamine
Arbutamine
Arbutamine (pronounced: ar-BYOO-ta-meen) is a pharmacological agent primarily used in stress testing for patients who cannot exercise adequately.
Etymology
The term "Arbutamine" is derived from the Latin word Arbutus, meaning "strawberry tree", and the suffix -amine, a basic nitrogenous group in organic chemistry.
Usage
Arbutamine is used in pharmacological stress testing for patients who are unable to exercise adequately. It is administered intravenously and works by stimulating beta-1 adrenergic receptors, thereby increasing heart rate, contractility, and blood pressure.
Related Terms
- Pharmacology: The branch of medicine that deals with the uses, effects, and modes of action of drugs.
- Beta-1 adrenergic receptor: A type of protein found in the heart and kidneys, which when stimulated, can increase heart rate and blood pressure.
- Stress Test: A test used in medicine to measure the heart's ability to respond to external stress in a controlled clinical environment.
Side Effects
Like all medications, Arbutamine can cause side effects. Common side effects include palpitations, chest pain, and shortness of breath.
Contraindications
Arbutamine should not be used in patients with severe hypertension, unstable angina, or in those who have recently had a myocardial infarction.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Arbutamine
- Wikipedia's article - Arbutamine
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