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Atenolol Pill

Tartu University Hospital · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Atenolol is a beta-1 selective adrenergic receptor antagonist that reduces heart rate and blood pressure by blocking the effects of norepinephrine and epinephrine on the heart.

Atenolol is a beta-1 selective adrenergic receptor antagonist that reduces heart rate and blood pressure by blocking the effects of norepinephrine and epinephrine on the heart. Used for Hypertension, Angina pectoris, Acute myocardial infarction.

At a glance

Generic nameAtenolol Pill
SponsorTartu University Hospital
Drug classBeta-1 selective adrenergic antagonist (beta-blocker)
TargetBeta-1 adrenergic receptor
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaCardiovascular
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Atenolol selectively blocks beta-1 adrenergic receptors on cardiac tissue, decreasing heart contractility and heart rate. This reduces cardiac oxygen demand and lowers blood pressure. The drug is cardioselective at therapeutic doses, meaning it preferentially targets cardiac beta-1 receptors over beta-2 receptors in the lungs and vasculature.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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