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vernakalant hydrochloride

vernakalant hydrochloride (BRINAVESS) is a voltage-gated potassium channel subunit kv1.5 blocker.

EMA: approved Cardiovascular system (C01) C01BG11
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Drug details — vernakalant hydrochloride
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Quick answer

vernakalant hydrochloride (BRINAVESS) is a voltage-gated potassium channel subunit kv1.5 blocker.

Key facts

INN vernakalant hydrochloride
Brand BRINAVESS
Mechanism Voltage-gated potassium channel subunit Kv1.5 blocker
Target Voltage-gated inwardly rectifying potassium channel KCNH2
Therapeutic class Cardiovascular system (C01)
ATC code C01BG11

Mechanism of action

Voltage-gated potassium channel subunit Kv1.5 blocker

Primary target: Voltage-gated inwardly rectifying potassium channel KCNH2

Approval history

Authority Status Date
EMA approved

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  5. bempedoic acid Cardiovascular system (C10)
  6. bosentan Cardiovascular system (C02)

Frequently asked questions

What is vernakalant hydrochloride?

vernakalant hydrochloride (BRINAVESS) is a voltage-gated potassium channel subunit kv1.5 blocker.

What is the brand name for vernakalant hydrochloride?

BRINAVESS is a marketed brand name for vernakalant hydrochloride. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.