name: | Milrinone |
ATC code: | C01CE02 | route: | intravenous |
n-compartments | 2 |
Milrinone is a phosphodiesterase 3 inhibitor used mainly for the short-term treatment of acute decompensated heart failure and for patients with severe heart failure unresponsive to conventional therapy. It produces positive inotropic and vasodilatory effects. Milrinone is approved and utilized in hospital settings, particularly in intensive care.
Pharmacokinetic parameters reported in adult patients with congestive heart failure after intravenous administration.
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