phenoxybenzamine
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Molecular Structure
Detailed Description
IUPAC NAME-(RS)-N-benzyl-N-(2-chloroethyl)-1-phenoxypropan-2-amine
MOLECULAR FORMULA-C18H22ClNO
MOLAR MASS-303.826 g/mol
it is used in the treatment of hypertension, and specifically that caused by pheochromocytoma. It has a slower onset and a longer lasting effect compared with other alpha blockers.
It was also the first alpha blocker to be used for treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia, although it is currently seldom used for that indication due to unfavourable side effects.
It has been used in the treatment of hypoplastic left heart syndrome.

- phenoxybenzamine