Pinacidil
Synonyms
Anhydrous, Pinacidil
Guanidine, N''-cyano-N-4-pyridinyl-N'-(1,2,2-trimethylpropylmonohydrate), (+-)-
Pinacidil Anhydrous
Pindac
A guanidine that opens POTASSIUM CHANNELS producing direct peripheral vasodilatation of the ARTERIOLES. It reduces BLOOD PRESSURE and peripheral resistance and produces fluid retention. (Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 31st ed)