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Prenoxdiazine[edit]

Prenoxdiazine is a non-narcotic cough suppressant used in the treatment of dry cough. It is known for its ability to reduce the cough reflex without affecting the central nervous system.

Mechanism of Action[edit]

Prenoxdiazine works by acting on the peripheral nervous system. It reduces the sensitivity of the cough reflex by inhibiting the receptors in the respiratory tract. Unlike opioid cough suppressants, it does not act on the brain, thus avoiding the risk of addiction and sedation.

Pharmacokinetics[edit]

Prenoxdiazine is administered orally and is absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract. It is metabolized in the liver and excreted primarily through the urine. The onset of action is typically within 30 minutes, and the effects can last for several hours.

Clinical Uses[edit]

Prenoxdiazine is primarily used to treat non-productive coughs associated with conditions such as:

It is particularly useful in patients who need to suppress cough without the sedative effects of narcotic medications.

Side Effects[edit]

Common side effects of prenoxdiazine include:

These side effects are generally mild and transient. Serious side effects are rare.

Contraindications[edit]

Prenoxdiazine should not be used in patients with:

Hypersensitivity to the drug
Severe liver impairment

Caution is advised in patients with renal impairment.

Related Pages[edit]

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-'''Prenoxdiazine''' is a cough suppressant with peripheral action. It is used in the treatment of respiratory diseases associated with a dry cough.
+== Prenoxdiazine ==
-==Etymology==
+[[File:Prenoxdiazine.png|thumb|right|Chemical structure of Prenoxdiazine]]
-The term "Prenoxdiazine" is derived from its chemical structure, which is a combination of prenox, diaz, and ine. Prenox refers to the prenoxic acid part of the molecule, diaz refers to the diazine group, and ine is a common suffix used in organic chemistry to denote a particular group of compounds.
-==Pharmacology==
+'''Prenoxdiazine''' is a [[non-narcotic]] [[cough suppressant]] used in the treatment of [[dry cough]]. It is known for its ability to reduce the cough reflex without affecting the [[central nervous system]].
-Prenoxdiazine works by suppressing the cough reflex in the peripheral nervous system, rather than the central nervous system. This means it does not have the same side effects as other cough suppressants that work on the central nervous system, such as drowsiness or addiction.
-==Uses==
+== Mechanism of Action ==
-Prenoxdiazine is used to treat a dry cough associated with various respiratory diseases. It is often used in combination with other medications to treat conditions such as bronchitis, pneumonia, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
-==Side Effects==
+Prenoxdiazine works by acting on the peripheral nervous system. It reduces the sensitivity of the [[cough reflex]] by inhibiting the receptors in the [[respiratory tract]]. Unlike [[opioid]] cough suppressants, it does not act on the [[brain]], thus avoiding the risk of [[addiction]] and [[sedation]].
-Like all medications, Prenoxdiazine can have side effects. These can include nausea, vomiting, and allergic reactions. However, these side effects are generally rare and Prenoxdiazine is considered to be a safe and effective treatment for a dry cough.
+== Pharmacokinetics ==
+Prenoxdiazine is administered [[orally]] and is absorbed through the [[gastrointestinal tract]]. It is metabolized in the [[liver]] and excreted primarily through the [[urine]]. The onset of action is typically within 30 minutes, and the effects can last for several hours.
+== Clinical Uses ==
+Prenoxdiazine is primarily used to treat non-productive coughs associated with conditions such as:
+* [[Acute bronchitis]]
+* [[Chronic bronchitis]]
+* [[Upper respiratory tract infections]]
+It is particularly useful in patients who need to suppress cough without the sedative effects of narcotic medications.
+== Side Effects ==
+Common side effects of prenoxdiazine include:
+* [[Nausea]]
+* [[Dizziness]]
+* [[Gastrointestinal discomfort]]
+These side effects are generally mild and transient. Serious side effects are rare.
+== Contraindications ==
+Prenoxdiazine should not be used in patients with:
+* [[Hypersensitivity]] to the drug
+* [[Severe liver impairment]]
+Caution is advised in patients with [[renal impairment]].
+== Related Pages ==
-==Related Terms==
 * [[Cough suppressant]]
-* [[Peripheral nervous system]]
+* [[Respiratory system]]
-* [[Central nervous system]]
+* [[Pharmacology]]
-* [[Bronchitis]]
-* [[Pneumonia]]
-* [[Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)]]
-[[Category:Medicine]]
-[[Category:Pharmacology]]
-[[Category:Respiratory system]]
-{{stub}}
+[[Category:Antitussives]]
+[[Category:Respiratory system drugs]]