Piperoxan

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Piperoxan

Piperoxan (pronounced: pi-per-ox-an), also known as Benodaine, is a pharmacological agent that was first synthesized in the 1950s. It is known for its ability to block the effects of histamine on the smooth muscle of the bronchus and gastrointestinal tract, as well as on the capillaries.

Etymology

The term "Piperoxan" is derived from its chemical structure, which consists of a piperidine ring and an oxan ring. The suffix "-an" is commonly used in the nomenclature of chemical substances to denote a particular class of compounds.

Pharmacological Action

Piperoxan is a histamine antagonist, meaning it blocks the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms. By blocking the effects of histamine on the smooth muscle of the bronchus and gastrointestinal tract, Piperoxan can help to alleviate symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, and abdominal pain.

Related Terms

  • Histamine: A compound that is released by cells in response to injury and in allergic and inflammatory reactions, causing contraction of smooth muscle and dilation of capillaries.
  • Histamine antagonist: A drug that blocks the action of histamine, thereby relieving allergic symptoms.
  • Bronchus: Any of the major air passages of the lungs which diverge from the windpipe.
  • Gastrointestinal tract: The stomach and intestine as a functional unit.
  • Capillaries: The smallest of the body's blood vessels. They are only one cell thick, and they are the sites of the transfer of oxygen and other nutrients from the bloodstream to other tissues in the body.

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