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Preferred term

Oxyphenonium  

Type

  • Topical Descriptor

Entry terms

  • 2-((Cyclohexylhydroxyphenylacetyl)oxy)-N,N-diethyl-N-methylethanaminium
  • Metacin
  • Methacin
  • Oxyphenon

Scope note

  • A quaternary ammonium anticholinergic agent with peripheral side effects similar to those of ATROPINE. It is used as an adjunct in the treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcer, and to relieve visceral spasms. The drug has also been used in the form of eye drops for mydriatic effect.

History note

  • 92(64); was OXYPHENONIUM BROMIDE 1964-91 (see under AMMONIUM COMPOUNDS 1964-90)

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D010115

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