Etidronic acid
Etidronic Acid
Etidronic acid (pronounced eh-tih-droh-nik as-id), also known as 1-hydroxyethylidene-1,1-bisphosphonic acid (HEBP), is a bisphosphonate used in detergents, water treatment, cosmetics and pharmaceutical treatment. It was first developed in the 1960s by Procter & Gamble for use in water treatment.
Etymology
The term "Etidronic acid" is derived from the chemical structure of the compound. The prefix "eti-" is derived from the Greek word "etos", meaning year, and "dronate" is derived from the chemical structure of these compounds, which contain two phosphonate groups.
Uses
Etidronic acid is used in a variety of applications. In the pharmaceutical industry, it is used as an ingredient in some dentifrice products as a desensitizing agent. In the water treatment industry, it is used as a chelating agent to prevent the precipitation and formation of insoluble salts. In the cosmetics industry, it is used as a stabilizer and to prevent the deterioration of cosmetic products.
Related Terms
- Bisphosphonate: A class of drugs that prevent the loss of bone density.
- Chelating agent: A substance whose molecules can form several bonds to a single metal ion.
- Dentifrice: A paste or powder for cleaning the teeth.
- Desensitizing agent: A substance that reduces sensitivity.
- Phosphonate: A type of salt or ester of a phosphonic acid.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Etidronic acid
- Wikipedia's article - Etidronic acid
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