Pemirolast
Pemirolast
Pemirolast (pronunciation: peh-mee-roh-last) is a type of medication used primarily in the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis. It belongs to the class of drugs known as mast cell stabilizers.
Etymology
The term "Pemirolast" is derived from the chemical name of the drug, which is "Pemirolast potassium". The suffix "-last" is common in drugs that act as enzyme inhibitors or receptor antagonists.
Usage
Pemirolast is used to prevent the symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis, such as itching, redness, and watering of the eyes. It works by inhibiting the release of histamine and other substances from mast cells that cause allergic reactions.
Related Terms
- Allergic conjunctivitis: A condition characterized by inflammation of the conjunctiva due to an allergic reaction.
- Mast cell stabilizers: A class of drugs that prevent the release of histamine and other substances from mast cells.
- Histamine: A substance released by mast cells that causes allergic reactions.
- Mast cells: Cells that play a key role in allergic reactions by releasing histamine and other substances.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pemirolast
- Wikipedia's article - Pemirolast
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