Rilmenidine
Rilmenidine
Rilmenidine (pronounced: ril-men-i-dine) is a medication primarily used in the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). It belongs to a class of drugs known as imidazoline receptor agonists.
Etymology
The term "Rilmenidine" is derived from its chemical structure, which includes a rilmenidine moiety. The suffix "-idine" is commonly used in the naming of various drugs, particularly those that act on receptors or enzymes.
Usage
Rilmenidine is used to lower blood pressure in individuals diagnosed with hypertension. It works by stimulating imidazoline receptors in the brain, which results in a decrease in peripheral vascular resistance, thereby lowering blood pressure.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Rilmenidine include dizziness, fatigue, nausea, and dry mouth. In rare cases, it may cause orthostatic hypotension, a condition characterized by a sudden drop in blood pressure when standing up from a sitting or lying position.
Related Terms
- Hypertension: A condition characterized by consistently high blood pressure.
- Imidazoline receptor agonist: A class of drugs that stimulate imidazoline receptors in the brain to produce various effects.
- Orthostatic hypotension: A sudden drop in blood pressure when standing up from a sitting or lying position.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rilmenidine
- Wikipedia's article - Rilmenidine
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