Exaprolol
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Exaprolol Definition
A lipophilic derivative of the adrenergic blocking agent propranolol with sympatholytic activity. Exaprolol competitively binds to and blocks beta-adrenergic receptors in the heart and vascular smooth muscle, thereby causing negative chronotropic and inotropic effects leading to a reduction in cardiac output.
Exaprolol Synonyms
Exaprolol, EXAPROLOL
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