Synonyms: (RS)-6-[2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1H-benzimidazol-5-yl]-5-methyl-4,5-dihydropyridazin-3(2H)-one; 4,5-Dihydro-6-[2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-1H-benzimidazol-5-yl]-5-methyl-3(2H)-pyridazinone; 4,5-Dihydro-6-[2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-1H-benzimidazol-6-yl]-5-methyl-3(2H)-pyridazinone; 4,5-Dihydro-6-[2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-1H-benzimidazol-6-yl]-5-methyl-3(2H)-pyridazinone
Molecular Formula: C19H18N4O2
Molecular Weight: 334.37
Linear Structural Formula: C19H18N4O2
MDL Number: MFCD00761648
Purity: >=98% (HPLC)
Storage: 2-8C
Biochem Physiol Actions: Pimobendan is an inotropic agent with a dual mechanism of action: it increases myocardial contractility by increasing calcium sensitization to troponin C and it promotes vasodilation by inhibiting phosphodiesterase III (PDE3). Pimobendan has been studied for treating heart failure and cardiomyopathy, primarily for veterinary uses.