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Wincoram: Full Drug Profile

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026

Wincoram - General Information

Wincoram (or inamrinone) is a type 3 pyridine phosphodiesterase inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of congestive heart failure.

 

Pharmacology of Wincoram

Wincoram is a positive inotropic cardiotonic with vasodilator properties, phosphodiesterase inhibitory activity, and the ability to stimulate calcium ion influx into the cardiac cell.

 

Additional information about Wincoram

Wincoram Indication: Used in the treatment of congestive heart failure. Mechanism Of Action: Wincoram is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor, resulting in increased cAMP and therefore an increase in the calcium influx like that caused by beta-agonists resulting in increased inotropic effect. Drug Interactions: Not Available Food Interactions: Not Available Generic Name: Amrinone Synonyms: Inamrinone; Amrinona [inn-spanish]; Amrinonum [inn-latin]; Inamrinone lactate Drug Category: Calcium Channel Blockers; Cardiotonic Agents; Phosphodiesterase Inhibitors; Vasodilator Agents Drug Type: Small Molecule; Approved Other Brand Names containing Amrinone: Inocor; Amcoral; Cartonic; Cordarex; Cordemcura; Wincoram; Absorption: Not Available Toxicity (Overdose): Not Available Protein Binding: 10 to 49% Biotransformation: Hepatic. Half Life: 5 to 8 hours Dosage Forms of Wincoram: Liquid Intravenous bolusLiquid Intravenous drip Chemical IUPAC Name: 3-amino-5-pyridin-4-yl-1H-pyridin-2-one Chemical Formula: C10H9N3O Amrinone on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amrinone Organisms Affected: Humans and other mammals