Fluproquazone
Fluproquazone
Fluproquazone (pronounced: flu-pro-qua-zone) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that was used in the past for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. It is no longer in use due to its potential for causing serious side effects.
Etymology
The term "Fluproquazone" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug. "Flu" refers to the presence of a fluorine atom, "pro" indicates a propyl group, and "quazone" is a suffix commonly used for quinazoline derivatives.
Pharmacology
Fluproquazone works by inhibiting the enzyme cyclooxygenase, which is involved in the production of prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are chemicals in the body that cause inflammation, pain, and fever. By inhibiting the production of these chemicals, Fluproquazone can help to reduce these symptoms.
Side Effects
The use of Fluproquazone has been associated with a number of serious side effects, including gastrointestinal bleeding, kidney damage, and liver damage. Due to these risks, the drug is no longer in use.
Related Terms
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Cyclooxygenase
- Prostaglandins
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Kidney damage
- Liver damage
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fluproquazone
- Wikipedia's article - Fluproquazone
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