Gallamine triethiodide
Gallamine Triethiodide
Gallamine triethiodide (pronunciation: gal-uh-meen try-eth-eye-o-dide) is a non-depolarizing muscle relaxant used in anesthesia. It is also known by its trade name, Flaxedil.
Etymology
The term "Gallamine" is derived from the name of its discoverer, the British pharmacologist Daniel Bovet, who was working at the William S. Merrell Company in the United States when he developed the drug in the 1940s. The "triethiodide" part of the name refers to the three iodine atoms in the chemical structure of the drug.
Usage
Gallamine triethiodide is used to relax muscles during surgery, particularly in procedures that require a deep level of muscle relaxation. It works by blocking the action of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that transmits signals in the nervous system to contract muscles.
Related Terms
- Neuromuscular-blocking drug: A type of drug that causes muscle relaxation by blocking nerve impulses. Gallamine triethiodide is a type of neuromuscular-blocking drug.
- Anesthesia: A state of controlled, temporary loss of sensation or awareness. Gallamine triethiodide is used as part of the anesthesia process to relax muscles.
- Acetylcholine: A neurotransmitter in the nervous system. Gallamine triethiodide works by blocking the action of acetylcholine.
Side Effects
Like all drugs, gallamine triethiodide can cause side effects. These may include low blood pressure, slow heart rate, and in rare cases, an allergic reaction.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gallamine triethiodide
- Wikipedia's article - Gallamine triethiodide
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