Bethanidine

CHEMBL1201260 Phase 4 Approved Small molecule
Half-Life
Bioavailability
Protein Binding
Molecular Weight
177.2 g/mol
LogP
0.9
Phase
4

An older antihypertensive drug that worked by blocking the release of norepinephrine from nerve endings, thereby lowering blood pressure. It was used in the management of hypertension before more modern agents became available. It is largely obsolete today due to its side effect profile and the availability of better alternatives.

Molecular Weight

177.2500 g/mol

LogP

0.90

TPSA

36.40 Ų

Lipinski RO5

Pass

Pharmacokinetics (PK)

Pharmacodynamics (PD)

2D Structure

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SMILES

C/N=C(\NC)NCc1ccccc1

InChI

InChI=1S/C10H15N3/c1-11-10(12-2)13-8-9-6-4-3-5-7-9/h3-7H,8H2,1-2H3,(H2,11,12,13)

Molecular Formula

C10H15N3

HBD / HBA

2 / 1

Rotatable Bonds

4

Heavy Atoms

13

No targets recorded

Target interaction data is not yet available for this drug.

No interactions recorded

Drug interaction data is not yet available for this compound.

No side effects recorded

Side effect data is not yet available for this drug.

Frequently Asked Questions

An older antihypertensive drug that worked by blocking the release of norepinephrine from nerve endings, thereby lowering blood pressure. It was used in the management of hypertension before more modern agents became available. It is largely obsolete today due to its side effect profile and the availability of better alternatives.

Yes, Bethanidine is an approved drug. It has reached clinical phase 4. It is classified as a Small molecule.

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References & Data Sources

  • ChEMBL — European Bioinformatics Institute (EBI). CHEMBL1201260. Open-access bioactivity database.
  • PubChem — National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). CID 2368. Chemical information database.

Data aggregated from publicly available pharmacological databases. Last updated 2026-03-04.

Medical Disclaimer

This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making medication decisions.

Data sources: ChEMBL, PubChem, DailyMed.