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Record 1 2011-11-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Medication
Universal entry(ies)
36507-48-9
CAS number
C18H29NO2
formula, see observation
CONT

Penbutolol is used to treat high blood pressure. Penbutolol is in a class of medications called beta blockers. It works by relaxing blood vessels and slowing heart rate to improve blood flow and decrease blood pressure.

OBS

Active ingredient commonly sold under the name Levatol (a systemic drug).

OBS

Chemical formula: C18H29NO2

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Médicaments
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
36507-48-9
CAS number
C18H29NO2
formula, see observation
OBS

Le penbutolol est utilisé sous forme de sulfate pour le traitement de l'hypertension.

OBS

Principe actif couramment commercialisé sous le nom de Levatol (médicament à action générale).

OBS

Formule chimique : C18H29NO2

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Medicamentos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
36507-48-9
CAS number
C18H29NO2
formula, see observation
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