Methylene blue
Methylene Blue
Methylene Blue (pronunciation: /ˈmɛθɪliːn ˈbluː/), also known as methylthioninium chloride, is a medication and dye that is used in a number of medical applications. Its name is derived from the Greek words 'methy' meaning wine, and 'hylene' meaning wood, referring to its discovery from distilling wood in alcohol.
Uses
Methylene Blue is used as a dye in a number of diagnostic procedures, such as the Löffler's Methylene Blue stain used in microbiology. It is also used as a medication in the treatment of methemoglobinemia, a condition where an abnormal amount of methemoglobin is produced.
Side Effects
Potential side effects of Methylene Blue include nausea, vomiting, high blood pressure, and serotonin syndrome when used with certain other medications. It can also turn the urine or stools blue.
History
Methylene Blue was first prepared in 1876 by the German chemist Heinrich Caro. It was one of the first synthetic dyes.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Methylene blue
- Wikipedia's article - Methylene blue
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