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rimiterol
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Definition
: A group of 1,2-benzenediols that contain the general formula R-C6H5O2.
Other names
ortho-
Dihydroxybenzenes; o-
Dihydroxybenzenes; Pyrocatechols; ortho Dihydroxybenzenes; o Dihydroxybenzenes
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rimiterol [ R 798,R-798,WG 253,WG-253 ]
was heading 1977-94 (see under CATECHOLS 1977-90); use CATECHOLS to search RIMITEROL 1977-94; predominantly a beta 2 stimulant, therefore affects the cardiovascular system less than isoproterenol, but
32953-89-2 1,2-
Benzenediol, 4-
(hydroxy-
2-
piperidinylmethyl)-
, (R*,S*)
*Catechols
*Piperidines
Pharma Action
Adrenergic beta-Agonists