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Pharmacology Cardiovascular system e585a010

Mechanism of action of levosimendon include

A
Na channel opener
B
Potassium channel opener
C
Beta blockers
D
Beta 1 agonist
High-Yield Explanation
Mechanism of action Levosimendan exes its positive inotropic effect by increasing calcium sensitivity of myocytes by binding to cardiac troponin C in a calcium-dependent manner. ... The combined inotropic and vasodilatoryactions result in an increased force of contraction, decreased preload and decreased afterload. Refer katzung 11e p221

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