Tridihexethyl

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IUPAC_name=(3-cyclohexyl-3-hydroxy-3-phenyl-propyl)-triethyl-ammonium

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CAS_number=60-49-1
ATC_prefix=A03
ATC_suffix=AB08
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PubChem=20299
DrugBank=APRD00286
C=21|H=36|N=1|O=1|charge=+
molecular_weight=318.517 g/mol
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Tridihexethyl chloride is an anticholinergic, antimuscarinic and antispasmodic drug. It may be used, usually in combination with other drugs, to treat acquired nystagmus [ [http://www.neurology.org/cgi/content/abstract/41/11/1737 Effect of anticholinergic agents upon acquired nystagmus: A double-blind study of trihexyphenidyl and tridihexethyl chloride - Leigh et al. 41 (11): 1737 - Neurology ] ] or peptic ulcer disease. [ [http://redpoll.pharmacy.ualberta.ca/drugbank/cgi-bin/getCard.cgi?CARD=APRD00286.txt DrugBank: DB00505 (Tridihexethyl) ] ] Many patients discontinue the drug because of unwanted side effects.

It is also known as Pathilon or Propethonum. [ [http://www.mongabay.com/health/medications/Tridihexethyl.html Tridihexethyl ] ]

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