Vasodilating mechanisms of levosimendan: involvement of K+ channels
Yildiz O;;
Journal of pharmacological sciences2007Vol. 104pp. -
158
o2007journalvasodilating
Abstract
Levosimendan, a novel agent developed for the treatment of acute and decompensated heart failure, exerts potent positive inotropic action and peripheral vasodilatory effects. The mechanism of vasodilation by levosimendan may involve reduction of Ca2+ sensitivity of contractile proteins in vascular s …