Quinethazone

Quinethazone

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IUPAC_name = 7-chloro-2-ethyl-4-oxo-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroquinazoline-
6-sulfonamide



CAS_number = 73-49-4
ATC_prefix = C03
ATC_suffix = BA02
PubChem = 6307
DrugBank =
C = 10 | H = 12 | Cl = 1 | N = 3 | O = 3 | S = 1
molecular_weight = 289.739 g/mol
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legal_status = Rx-only
routes_of_administration = Oral

Quinethazone (INN, brand name Hydromox) is a thiazide diuretic used to treat hypertension. Common side effects include dizziness, dry mouth, nausea, and low potassium levels.


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