Ingredient

Bosentan Hydrate

Bosentan is an antihypertensive agent used in the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension.

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MFDS ingredient code M102733

What does it do?

Bosentan acts as an antihypertensive agent that works by dilating blood vessels, primarily used for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension. This ingredient acts on endothelial cells to help reduce vascular resistance and regulate blood pressure.

Bosentan blocks receptors in the endothelial cells to prevent blood vessels from narrowing. As a result, blood vessels dilate, leading to a decrease in blood pressure and alleviating the symptoms of pulmonary arterial hypertension.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike other medications that produce a vasodilatory effect, bosentan works by directly blocking endothelial cell receptors. This gives it a specialized effect for the treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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