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dihydralazine

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Also known as NEP441

Dihydralazine is a prescription drug with antihypertensive properties. It functions by combating the effects of adrenaline, and by expanding the blood vessels so as to enable smoother flow of blood by decreasing the pressure. It is generally administered orally, and is available in the form of tablets. It belongs to the hydrazinophthalazine chemical class. It has very similar effects to hydralazine.

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Wikidata facts

Mass
190.097
Has use
medication
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Commons category
Dihydralazine
chemical formula
C₈H₁₀N₆
canonical SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(=NN=C2NN)NN
isomeric SMILES
C1=CC=C\2C(=C1)/C(=N\N)/NN/C2=N\N
defined daily dose
75
subject has role
antihypertensive drug
World Health Organisation international non-proprietary name
dihydralazine
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Contents
  • Side effects
  • Contraindications
  • Other important information on intake
  • See also
  • References
  • Further reading

Dihydralazine is a prescription drug with antihypertensive properties. It functions by combating the effects of adrenaline, and by expanding the blood vessels so as to enable smoother flow of blood by decreasing the pressure. It is generally administered orally, and is available in the form of tablets. It belongs to the hydrazinophthalazine chemical class. It has very similar effects to hydralazine.

== Side effects == Headache Loss of appetite Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Palpitations Increased heart rate Angina pectoris

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