NCIt definition : A synthetic quinolinone derivative, antihypertensive Carteolol Hydrochloride is a
nonselective beta-adrenoceptor blocking agent for beta-1 and beta-2 receptors with
no membrane-stabilizing activity but moderate intrinsic sympathomimetic effects. It
is used for treatment of hypertension and certain arrhythmias, and as an anti-angina
and antiglaucoma agent. (NCI04);