Benzimidazole
Benzimidazole
Benzimidazole (pronounced ben-zim-id-azole) is a type of organic compound that is classified as a heterocyclic aromatic compound. It is a crucial component in many pharmaceutical drugs and is used in the treatment of a variety of diseases.
Etymology
The term "Benzimidazole" is derived from the fusion of the words "benzene" and "imidazole". The "benz-" prefix refers to the benzene ring structure present in the compound, while "-imidazole" refers to the imidazole ring structure.
Structure
Benzimidazole is a bicyclic compound, consisting of the fusion of a benzene ring and an imidazole ring. The benzene ring is a six-membered ring with alternating double and single bonds, while the imidazole ring is a five-membered ring with two non-adjacent nitrogen atoms.
Uses
Benzimidazole and its derivatives have a wide range of applications in the field of medicine. They are used in the treatment of various diseases such as gastrointestinal infections, cancer, HIV, and parasitic infections. Some of the most commonly used benzimidazole drugs include Albendazole, Mebendazole, and Thiabendazole.
Related Terms
- Albendazole: A benzimidazole drug used to treat a variety of parasitic worm infestations.
- Mebendazole: A benzimidazole drug used primarily to treat infestations of gastrointestinal parasites.
- Thiabendazole: A benzimidazole drug that is used as an antifungal agent and to treat parasitic worm infections.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Benzimidazole
- Wikipedia's article - Benzimidazole
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