Thonzonium bromide
Thonzonium Bromide
Thonzonium Bromide (pronounced as thon-zo-nium bro-mide) is a quaternary ammonium compound with surfactant and anti-infective properties. It is commonly used as an ingredient in certain types of ear drops to help remove earwax and treat minor ear infections.
Etymology
The term "Thonzonium Bromide" is derived from its chemical composition. "Thonzonium" is the name of the quaternary ammonium compound, and "Bromide" refers to the bromine ion that is part of its structure.
Usage
Thonzonium Bromide is primarily used in Otolaryngology, the branch of medicine that deals with conditions of the ear, nose, and throat. It is an active ingredient in many over-the-counter and prescription ear drops, including Cerumenex and Muro 128.
Thonzonium Bromide works by breaking down and loosening earwax, allowing it to be easily removed. It also has anti-infective properties, which can help to treat minor ear infections.
Related Terms
- Quaternary Ammonium Compounds: A group of compounds that Thonzonium Bromide belongs to. They are known for their surfactant and anti-infective properties.
- Surfactant: A substance that reduces surface tension, allowing for easier spreading and mixing of substances. Thonzonium Bromide acts as a surfactant in the ear.
- Anti-infective: A general term for any medication that is capable of inhibiting the spread of an infectious organism or by killing the infectious organism outright. Thonzonium Bromide has anti-infective properties.
- Otolaryngology: The branch of medicine that deals with conditions of the ear, nose, and throat. Thonzonium Bromide is often used in this field.
- Cerumenex: A brand of ear drops that contains Thonzonium Bromide as an active ingredient.
- Muro 128: Another brand of ear drops that contains Thonzonium Bromide.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Thonzonium bromide
- Wikipedia's article - Thonzonium bromide
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