Arsenamide
Arsenamide
Arsenamide (pronunciation: ar-sen-a-mide) is a chemical compound that contains arsenic and amide groups. It is often used in the field of medicine and pharmacology for its potential therapeutic properties.
Etymology
The term "Arsenamide" is derived from the elements it contains: "Arsen" from Arsenic, a chemical element with the symbol As, and "amide" from Amide, a group of organic compounds containing a carbonyl group linked to a nitrogen atom.
Usage in Medicine
In the medical field, Arsenamide is often used in the formulation of certain drugs. It is known for its potential therapeutic properties, particularly in the treatment of parasitic diseases. However, due to the toxic nature of arsenic, the use of Arsenamide in medicine is highly regulated and requires careful dosage control.
Related Terms
- Arsenic: A chemical element with the symbol As and atomic number 33. It is known for its various uses in different fields, including medicine.
- Amide: A group of organic compounds containing a carbonyl group linked to a nitrogen atom. Amides are commonly found in various types of drugs and substances used in medicine.
- Pharmacology: The branch of medicine that deals with the uses, effects, and modes of action of drugs.
- Parasitic diseases: Diseases caused by parasites, which are organisms that live on or in a host organism and get their food from or at the expense of their host.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Arsenamide
- Wikipedia's article - Arsenamide
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