Prenylamine is a medication used to treat hypotension (abnormally low blood pressure). It is used as a vasodilator in the treatment of angina pectoris. Prenylamine is given by injection, usually intravenously (into a vein), to treat severe hypotension due to a variety of causes, such as an allergic reaction, septic shock, or head trauma.
Prenylamine was a medication previously used to treat angina pectoris, a type of chest pain that occurs when the heart does not get enough blood. It belonged to the amphetamine chemical class and acted as a calcium channel blocker and vasodilator. This means it relaxed blood vessels and reduced the workload on the heart, allowing it to pump blood more efficiently.
Prenylamine was withdrawn from the market in the late 1980s due to safety concerns. It was found to increase the risk of developing cardiac arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats. (Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prenylamine)
Here's a summary of Prenylamine:
- Type of drug: Calcium channel blocker, vasodilator (withdrawn)
- Chemical class: Amphetamine
- Previous use: Treatment of angina pectoris
- Reason for withdrawal: Increased risk of cardiac arrhythmias