Prenylamine lactate is the salt form of the medication Prenylamine. It essentially combines Prenylamine with lactic acid. Here's what we know about Prenylamine Lactate:
- Active ingredient: Prenylamine
- Type of drug: Same as Prenylamine - Calcium channel blocker, vasodilator (withdrawn)
- Chemical class: Amphetamine
- Previous use: Same as Prenylamine - Treatment of angina pectoris (chest pain)
- Reason for withdrawal: Same as Prenylamine - Increased risk of cardiac arrhythmias
Since Prenylamine Lactate is just a different form of Prenylamine, it shares the same properties and risks. It was withdrawn from the market for the same reason as Prenylamine - because it can cause serious heart rhythm problems.