Algafan
Algafan Brand names, Algafan Analogs
Algafan Brand Names Mixture
- No information avaliable
Algafan Chemical_Formula
C22H29NO2
Algafan RX_link
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/propox.htm
Algafan fda sheet
Algafan msds (material safety sheet)
Algafan Synthesis Reference
Pohland, U.S. Pat. 2,728,779 (1955)
Algafan Molecular Weight
339.471 g/mol
Algafan Melting Point
75-76oC
Algafan H2O Solubility
19.6mg/L
Algafan State
Solid
Algafan LogP
4.901
Algafan Dosage Forms
Tablet
Algafan Indication
For the relief of mild to moderate pain
Algafan Pharmacology
Propoxyphene, a synthetic opiate agonist, is structurally similar to methadone. The analgesic effect of propoxyphene is due to the d-isomer, dextropropoxyphene. It binds to the opiate receptors and leads to a decrease of the perception of pain stimuli.
Algafan Absorption
No information avaliable
Algafan side effects and Toxicity
Coma, respiratory depression, circulatory collapse, and pulmonary edema. Seizures occur more frequently in patients with propoxyphene intoxication than in those with opiate intoxication. LD50=230mg/kg (orally in rat, Emerson)
Algafan Patient Information
Algafan Organisms Affected
Humans and other mammals
