Heptaminol
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Heptaminol | |
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IUPAC name | 6-amino-2-methyl-heptan-2-ol |
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ATC code | C01 |
Properties | |
Molecular formula | C8H19NO |
Molar mass | 145.243 g/mol |
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Routes of administration |
Oral, intravenous, intramuscular |
Excretion | Renal |
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox disclaimer and references |
Heptaminol is an amino alcohol which is classified as a vasodilator (C01DX08). It is sometimes used in the treatment of low blood pressure, particularly orthostatic hypotension.[1]
[edit] References
- ^ (French) Heptaminol Chlorhydrate. BIAM (March 3, 2000). Retrieved on February 27, 2007.
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