Sodium nitroprusside is metabolized to form an active metabolite. This active metabolite of sodium nitroprusside act activation of:-
Correct Answer: Guanylate cyclase
Description: Nitoprusside and nitrates act by production of NO (nitric oxide). NO stimulates guanylate cyclase in smooth muscles which leads to formation of cGMP. cGMP act on smooth muscles to cause vasodilation.
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