Bornaprolol
Bornaprolol
Bornaprolol (pronunciation: bor-na-pro-lol) is a type of beta blocker medication used primarily in the treatment of hypertension and angina pectoris.
Etymology
The term "Bornaprolol" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug. The prefix "borna-" is derived from the chemical compound boron, which is a key component in the drug's structure. The suffix "-prolol" is common in many beta blocker medications, indicating its function.
Usage
Bornaprolol is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and chest pain (angina). It 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.
Related Terms
- Beta Blocker: A class of medications that are particularly used to manage abnormal heart rhythms, and to protect the heart from a second heart attack (myocardial infarction) after a first heart attack (secondary prevention).
- Hypertension: Also known as high blood pressure, it's a long-term medical condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is persistently elevated.
- Angina Pectoris: A type of chest pain caused by reduced blood flow to the heart.
- Epinephrine: Also known as adrenaline, it's a hormone that is secreted by the adrenal glands, increasing rates of blood circulation, breathing, and carbohydrate metabolism and preparing muscles for exertion.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bornaprolol
- Wikipedia's article - Bornaprolol
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