Desglymidodrine

It works by stimulating alpha-1 adrenergic receptors, improving vascular tone, and is also used in some cases for patients with liver disease (hepatorenal syndrome) with ascites. Desglymidodrine is the active form of the drug midodrine, mainly used as a vasoconstrictor to treat symptomatic orthostatic hypotension (OH) (low blood pressure when standing) by tightening blood vessels, increasing blood pressure, and reducing dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting.

API Name Midodrine hydrochloride
CAS No 3600-87-1
Molecular Formula C10H15NO3
Molecular Weight 197.23 g/mol
Synonyms 2-amino-1-(2,5-dimethoxyphenyl)ethanol

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