Oxyphenisatine
Oxyphenisatine
Oxyphenisatine (pronounced: ox-ee-fen-i-sa-teen) is a laxative that was previously used for the treatment of constipation. It was withdrawn from the market due to its potential to cause severe liver damage.
Etymology
The term "Oxyphenisatine" is derived from its chemical structure, which includes an oxygen atom (oxy-), a phenyl group (-phen-), and an isatin group (-isatine).
Pharmacology
Oxyphenisatine is a stimulant laxative, which means it works by stimulating the muscles in the intestines to increase bowel movements. It was typically used for short-term relief of constipation. However, due to its potential to cause severe liver damage, it has been withdrawn from the market in many countries.
Related Terms
- Laxative: A substance that promotes bowel movements.
- Constipation: A condition characterized by difficulty in passing stools or infrequent bowel movements.
- Liver Damage: Harm caused to the liver, often due to toxins or disease.
- Stimulant Laxative: A type of laxative that works by stimulating the muscles in the intestines.
See Also
- Diphenisatine: A related compound that is also used as a laxative.
- Phenolphthalein: A compound that was previously used as a laxative, but has been withdrawn from the market in many countries due to safety concerns.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Oxyphenisatine
- Wikipedia's article - Oxyphenisatine
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