Heterocyclic Compound

Propylthiouracil

AMW:CHEM:030637

A thiourea antithyroid agent. Propythiouracil inhibits the synthesis of thyroxine and inhibits the peripheral conversion of throxine to tri-iodothyronine. It is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopeoia, 30th ed, p534)

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Propylthiouracil has parent Thiouracil

Propylthiouracil member of drug class Antithyroid Drugs

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PrefixChemical substances · AMW:CHEM:

Class03 · Heterocyclic Compounds

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Biochemistry · base Pharmacology · base

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Biochemistry / Concept Pharmacology / Drug

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