Clobenzorex

Clobenzorex

Clobenzorex (pronounced: kloh-BEN-zoh-reks) is a stimulant drug of the phenethylamine and amphetamine chemical classes that is used as an anorectic to help suppress appetite. It is commonly used in short-term treatment of obesity.

Etymology

The term "Clobenzorex" is derived from the drug's chemical name, chloro, referring to the presence of chlorine in its structure, benzo, short for benzyl, and rex, meaning king in Latin.

Pharmacology

Clobenzorex acts as a prodrug to dextroamphetamine, a potent central nervous system (CNS) stimulant. It is metabolized by the body into dextroamphetamine, which increases the concentration of neurotransmitters in the brain, thereby suppressing appetite.

Side Effects

Common side effects of clobenzorex include insomnia, dry mouth, dizziness, and irritability. In rare cases, it can cause more serious side effects such as palpitations, hypertension, and psychosis.

Legal Status

Clobenzorex is classified as a Schedule III drug under the Convention on Psychotropic Substances. It is legal for medical use in some countries, but is considered a controlled substance in others due to its potential for abuse and addiction.

Related Terms

• Anorectic
• Amphetamine
• Phenethylamine
• Stimulant
• Obesity
• Prodrug
• Neurotransmitter
• Insomnia
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Irritability
• Palpitations
• Hypertension
• Psychosis
• Schedule III
• Convention on Psychotropic Substances

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Clobenzorex
• Wikipedia's article - Clobenzorex

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