Tertatolol
Tertatolol is a beta blocker used in the treatment of hypertension and angina pectoris. It is a non-selective beta blocker, meaning it blocks both β1 and β2 adrenergic receptors. Tertatolol is not widely used and is not available in many countries.
Pharmacology[edit | edit source]
Tertatolol is a competitive antagonist at both β1 and β2 adrenergic receptors, which are found in the heart and blood vessels. By blocking these receptors, tertatolol reduces the effects of adrenaline and noradrenaline, leading to a decrease in heart rate and blood pressure. This makes it useful in the treatment of conditions such as hypertension and angina pectoris.
Clinical use[edit | edit source]
Tertatolol is used in the treatment of hypertension and angina pectoris. It can be used alone or in combination with other antihypertensive drugs. The usual starting dose is 5 mg once daily, which can be increased if necessary. Tertatolol is generally well tolerated, but like all beta blockers, it can cause side effects such as fatigue, cold extremities, and bradycardia.
History[edit | edit source]
Tertatolol was first synthesized in the 1970s and has been used in clinical practice since the 1980s. It is not widely used and is not available in many countries.
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