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Brand: Cartrol, Ocupress, Arteolol, Mikelan
Carteolol is a non-selective beta-adrenergic blocking agent used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina pectoris (chest pain). It works by blocking the effects of the hormone epinephrine (adrenaline), leading to a slower heart rate and decreased blood pressure. It is classified as a non-cardioselective beta-blocker, meaning it affects both beta-1 and beta-2 receptors. This can lead to side effects like bronchospasm in susceptible individuals.
For treatment of hypertension and angina pectoris.
Outcome:
Rebound hypertension
Mechanism:
Increased sympathetic activity upon clonidine withdrawal.
Outcome:
Decreased antihypertensive effect
Mechanism:
Inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis.
Outcome:
Reduced carteolol absorption
Mechanism:
Altered gastrointestinal pH.
Most likely new formulation: Extended-release carteolol (2025, 70% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and patent expiry, generic carteolol prescriptions are projected to increase by 15% in the next 5 years.
Beta-blocker, Antihypertensive, Antianginal
Aralkanolamine