Protokylol
Protokylol
Protokylol (pronunciation: pro-to-ky-lol) is a medical term used in the field of Pharmacology and Medicine.
Etymology
The term 'Protokylol' is derived from the Greek words 'proto' meaning 'first' and 'kylol' which is a term used in chemistry to denote a certain type of organic compound.
Definition
Protokylol is a type of Beta Blocker, a class of medications that are predominantly 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). They are also widely used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), although they are no longer the first choice for initial treatment of high blood pressure.
Related Terms
- Beta Blocker: A class of medications that reduce your blood pressure. Beta blockers work by blocking the effects of the hormone epinephrine, also known as adrenaline.
- Hypertension: A condition in which the force of the blood against the artery walls is too high.
- Myocardial Infarction: Commonly known as a heart attack, occurs when blood flow decreases or stops to a part of the heart, causing damage to the heart muscle.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Protokylol
- Wikipedia's article - Protokylol
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