Concept information
Preferred term
Oxyphenonium
Type
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Topical Descriptor
Broader concept
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)
In other languages
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Finnish
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oxyphenonium
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Swedish
URI
http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D010115
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