Arotinolol
Chemical compound
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Arotinolol (INN, marketed under the tradename Almarl) is a medication in the class of mixed alpha/beta blockers.[1] It also acts as a β3 receptor agonist.[2] A 1979 publication suggests arotinolol as having first been described in the scientific literature by Sumitomo Chemical as "β-adrenergic blocking, antiarrhythmic compound S-596".[3]
Trade namesAlmarl
Other namesS-596
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| Trade names | Almarl |
| Other names | S-596 |
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| Routes of administration | Oral (tablets) |
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| Bioavailability | 2 hours |
| Elimination half-life | 10 hours |
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| Formula | C15H21N3O2S3 |
| Molar mass | 371.53 g·mol−1 |
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Medical uses
It is used in the treatment of high blood pressure[4] and essential tremor.[5][6] Recommended dosage is 10 to 30 mg per day.[citation needed]