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A comprehensive overview of the non-selective beta blocker Arotinolol

Arotinolol[edit]

Chemical structure of Arotinolol

Arotinolol is a non-selective beta blocker with additional alpha-1 adrenergic receptor blocking properties. It is primarily used in the management of hypertension and certain types of cardiac arrhythmias.

Pharmacology[edit]

Arotinolol acts by blocking both beta-adrenergic receptors and alpha-1 adrenergic receptors. This dual action results in a decrease in heart rate, cardiac output, and blood pressure. The blockade of alpha-1 receptors leads to vasodilation, which further contributes to its antihypertensive effects.

Mechanism of Action[edit]

Arotinolol binds to beta-1 and beta-2 adrenergic receptors, inhibiting the effects of catecholamines such as epinephrine and norepinephrine. This results in a reduction of sympathetic nervous system activity, leading to decreased myocardial contractility and heart rate. The alpha-1 blockade causes relaxation of vascular smooth muscle, reducing peripheral vascular resistance.

Clinical Uses[edit]

Arotinolol is used in the treatment of:

It may also be used off-label for other cardiovascular conditions where beta blockade is beneficial.

Side Effects[edit]

Common side effects of arotinolol include:

Less common but serious side effects can include:

Contraindications[edit]

Arotinolol should not be used in patients with:

Asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Severe bradycardia
Cardiogenic shock
Second or third-degree heart block without a pacemaker

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Arotinolol''' is a medication that belongs to the class of [[Beta blocker|beta blockers]], which are primarily used in the treatment of [[Hypertension|high blood pressure]] and [[Angina pectoris|angina]]. It is a non-selective beta blocker and alpha-1 blocker. Arotinolol also has intrinsic sympathomimetic activity (ISA).
+{{Short description|A comprehensive overview of the non-selective beta blocker Arotinolol}}
-==Etymology==
+==Arotinolol==
-The term "Arotinolol" is derived from the components of the drug's molecular structure. The prefix "Aro-" is derived from the aromatic ring structure present in the molecule, "-tin-" is derived from the stannane group, and "-olol" is a common suffix for beta blockers.
+[[File:Arotinolol.svg|thumb|right|Chemical structure of Arotinolol]]
+'''Arotinolol''' is a [[non-selective beta blocker]] with additional [[alpha-1 adrenergic receptor]] blocking properties. It is primarily used in the management of [[hypertension]] and certain types of [[cardiac arrhythmias]].
 ==Pharmacology==
-Arotinolol 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.
+Arotinolol acts by blocking both [[beta-adrenergic receptors]] and [[alpha-1 adrenergic receptors]]. This dual action results in a decrease in [[heart rate]], [[cardiac output]], and [[blood pressure]]. The blockade of alpha-1 receptors leads to [[vasodilation]], which further contributes to its antihypertensive effects.
-==Medical Uses==
+===Mechanism of Action===
-Arotinolol is used to treat high blood pressure and angina. Lowering high blood pressure helps prevent strokes, heart attacks, and kidney problems. This medication is also used to treat chest pain (angina) and to improve survival after a heart attack.
+Arotinolol binds to beta-1 and beta-2 adrenergic receptors, inhibiting the effects of [[catecholamines]] such as [[epinephrine]] and [[norepinephrine]]. This results in a reduction of [[sympathetic nervous system]] activity, leading to decreased [[myocardial contractility]] and [[heart rate]]. The alpha-1 blockade causes relaxation of [[vascular smooth muscle]], reducing [[peripheral vascular resistance]].
-==Side Effects==
+==Clinical Uses==
-Common side effects of Arotinolol include fatigue, dizziness, slow heart rate, and diarrhea. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
+Arotinolol is used in the treatment of:
-==Related Terms==
-* [[Beta blocker]]
 * [[Hypertension]]
 * [[Angina pectoris]]
-* [[Epinephrine]]
+* Certain types of [[arrhythmias]]
-* [[Sympathomimetic]]
+It may also be used off-label for other cardiovascular conditions where beta blockade is beneficial.
+==Side Effects==
+Common side effects of arotinolol include:
+* [[Bradycardia]]
+* [[Hypotension]]
+* [[Dizziness]]
+* [[Fatigue]]
-==See Also==
+Less common but serious side effects can include:
-* [[List of Beta Blockers]]
+* [[Bronchospasm]]
-* [[Cardiovascular drug]]
+* [[Heart failure]]
-* [[Antihypertensive drug]]
+* [[Peripheral edema]]
-==References==
+==Contraindications==
-<references />
+Arotinolol should not be used in patients with:
+* [[Asthma]] or [[chronic obstructive pulmonary disease]] (COPD)
+* [[Severe bradycardia]]
+* [[Cardiogenic shock]]
+* [[Second or third-degree heart block]] without a pacemaker
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+==Related pages==
+* [[Beta blocker]]
+* [[Adrenergic receptor]]
+* [[Hypertension]]
+* [[Cardiac arrhythmia]]
-[[Category:Medicine]]
+[[Category:Beta blockers]]
-[[Category:Pharmacology]]
+[[Category:Antihypertensive agents]]
-[[Category:Cardiology]]