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Diproteverine[edit]

Diproteverine is a pharmaceutical compound that belongs to the class of calcium channel blockers. It is primarily used in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases, particularly for managing hypertension and angina pectoris.

Pharmacology[edit]

Diproteverine functions by inhibiting the influx of calcium ions through voltage-gated calcium channels in the smooth muscle cells of the vascular system. This action leads to the relaxation of vascular smooth muscle, resulting in the dilation of blood vessels, decreased peripheral resistance, and ultimately, a reduction in blood pressure.

Mechanism of Action[edit]

The mechanism of action of Diproteverine involves the blockade of L-type calcium channels, which are responsible for the contraction of cardiac and smooth muscle. By preventing calcium entry, Diproteverine reduces the contractility of the heart and dilates the arteries, improving blood flow and reducing the workload on the heart.

Clinical Uses[edit]

Diproteverine is indicated for the treatment of:

Hypertension: By lowering blood pressure, it helps prevent complications such as stroke and myocardial infarction.
Angina pectoris: It alleviates chest pain by improving blood flow to the heart muscle.

Side Effects[edit]

Common side effects of Diproteverine may include:

Less common but more serious side effects can include:

Contraindications[edit]

Diproteverine is contraindicated in patients with:

Severe hypotension
Advanced heart block
Known hypersensitivity to the drug

Drug Interactions[edit]

Diproteverine may interact with other medications such as:

Beta-blockers: May enhance the hypotensive effect.
Digoxin: May increase digoxin levels, leading to toxicity.
CYP3A4 inhibitors: May increase the plasma concentration of Diproteverine.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Diproteverine''' is a [[pharmaceutical drug]] used in the treatment of [[spasm]]s. It is a type of [[antispasmodic]] medication, which works by relaxing the muscles in the walls of the gut and bladder. This helps to reduce the symptoms of conditions such as [[irritable bowel syndrome]] and [[overactive bladder syndrome]].
+== Diproteverine ==
-== Pharmacology ==
+[[File:Diproteverine.svg|thumb|right|Chemical structure of Diproteverine]]
-Diproteverine is a [[muscarinic antagonist]], which means it works by blocking the action of a neurotransmitter called [[acetylcholine]]. This neurotransmitter is responsible for transmitting signals in the nervous system that cause muscle contractions. By blocking its action, diproteverine helps to relax the muscles and reduce spasms.
+'''Diproteverine''' is a pharmaceutical compound that belongs to the class of [[calcium channel blockers]]. It is primarily used in the treatment of [[cardiovascular diseases]], particularly for managing [[hypertension]] and [[angina pectoris]].
-== Uses ==
+=== Pharmacology ===
+Diproteverine functions by inhibiting the influx of calcium ions through [[voltage-gated calcium channels]] in the [[smooth muscle]] cells of the [[vascular system]]. This action leads to the relaxation of vascular smooth muscle, resulting in the dilation of blood vessels, decreased peripheral resistance, and ultimately, a reduction in blood pressure.
-Diproteverine is used to treat a variety of conditions that cause muscle spasms, including:
+=== Mechanism of Action ===
+The mechanism of action of Diproteverine involves the blockade of L-type calcium channels, which are responsible for the contraction of cardiac and smooth muscle. By preventing calcium entry, Diproteverine reduces the contractility of the heart and dilates the arteries, improving blood flow and reducing the workload on the heart.
-* [[Irritable bowel syndrome]] (IBS)
+=== Clinical Uses ===
-* [[Overactive bladder syndrome]] (OAB)
+Diproteverine is indicated for the treatment of:
-* Certain types of [[gastrointestinal]] disorders
+* [[Hypertension]]: By lowering blood pressure, it helps prevent complications such as [[stroke]] and [[myocardial infarction]].
-* [[Biliary dyskinesia]]
+* [[Angina pectoris]]: It alleviates chest pain by improving blood flow to the heart muscle.
-== Side Effects ==
+=== Side Effects ===
+Common side effects of Diproteverine may include:
-Like all medications, diproteverine can cause side effects. These may include:
-* [[Dry mouth]]
-* [[Blurred vision]]
 * [[Dizziness]]
-* [[Constipation]]
+* [[Headache]]
+* [[Flushing]]
-== Contraindications ==
+* [[Peripheral edema]]
-Diproteverine should not be used by people with certain medical conditions, including:
-* [[Glaucoma]]
+Less common but more serious side effects can include:
-* [[Myasthenia gravis]]
+* [[Hypotension]]
-* [[Prostatic hypertrophy]]
+* [[Bradycardia]]
+* [[Heart failure]]
-== See Also ==
+=== Contraindications ===
+Diproteverine is contraindicated in patients with:
+* Severe [[hypotension]]
+* Advanced [[heart block]]
+* Known hypersensitivity to the drug
-* [[Antispasmodic]]
+=== Drug Interactions ===
-* [[Muscarinic antagonist]]
+Diproteverine may interact with other medications such as:
-* [[Irritable bowel syndrome]]
+* [[Beta-blockers]]: May enhance the hypotensive effect.
-* [[Overactive bladder syndrome]]
+* [[Digoxin]]: May increase digoxin levels, leading to toxicity.
+* [[CYP3A4 inhibitors]]: May increase the plasma concentration of Diproteverine.
-[[Category:Pharmaceutical drugs]]
+== Related pages ==
-[[Category:Antispasmodics]]
+* [[Calcium channel blocker]]
-[[Category:Muscarinic antagonists]]
+* [[Hypertension]]
+* [[Angina pectoris]]
+* [[Cardiovascular disease]]
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+[[Category:Calcium channel blockers]]
+[[Category:Antihypertensive agents]]