Alcohols
Categorical breakdown of terms falling inder the category of Alcohols. Sub categories will become more specific in nature to the terms listed for Alcohols.
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1-Octanol - A colorless, slightly viscous liquid used as a defoaming or wetting agent. It is also used as a solv...
1-Propanol - A colorless liquid made by oxidation of aliphatic hydrocarbons that is used as a solvent and chemica...
2-Hydroxyphenethylamine - Simple amine found in the brain. It may be modulator of sympathetic functions. Its derivatives are a...
2-Propanol - An isomer of 1-PROPANOL. It is a colorless liquid having disinfectant properties. It is used in the ...
Acebutolol - A cardioselective beta-adrenergic antagonist with little effect on the bronchial receptors. The drug...
Acebutolol - A cardioselective beta-adrenergic antagonist with little effect on the bronchial receptors. The drug...
Acetogenins - Polyketides of up to a few dozen carbons in length, formed by chain extension of multiple PROPIONATE...
Albuterol - A racemic mixture with a 1:1 ratio of the r-isomer, levalbuterol, and s-albuterol. It is a short-act...
Alcohols - Alkyl compounds containing a hydroxyl group. They are classified according to relation of the carbon...
alpha-Chlorohydrin - A chlorinated propanediol compound that has shown anti-fertility activity in males and has been used...
alpha-Chlorohydrin - A chlorinated propanediol compound that has shown anti-fertility activity in males and has been used...
Alprenolol - One of the ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONISTS used as an antihypertensive, anti-anginal, and anti-arrhythmi...
Alprenolol - One of the ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONISTS used as an antihypertensive, anti-anginal, and anti-arrhythmi...
Amino Alcohols - Compounds possessing both a hydroxyl (-OH) and an amino group (-NH2)....
Atenolol - A cardioselective beta-adrenergic blocker possessing properties and potency similar to PROPRANOLOL, ...
Atenolol - A cardioselective beta-adrenergic blocker possessing properties and potency similar to PROPRANOLOL, ...
Benzyl Alcohol - A colorless liquid with a sharp burning taste and slight odor. It is used as a local anesthetic and ...
Benzyl Alcohols - Alcohols derived from the aryl radical (C6H5CH2-) and defined by C6H5CHOH. The concept includes deri...
Betaxolol - A cardioselective beta-1-adrenergic antagonist with no partial agonist activity....
Betaxolol - A cardioselective beta-1-adrenergic antagonist with no partial agonist activity....
Bisoprolol - A cardioselective beta-1-adrenergic blocker. It is effective in the management of hypertension and a...
Bisoprolol - A cardioselective beta-1-adrenergic blocker. It is effective in the management of hypertension and a...
Bupranolol - An adrenergic-beta-2 antagonist that has been used for cardiac arrhythmia, angina pectoris, hyperten...
Bupranolol - An adrenergic-beta-2 antagonist that has been used for cardiac arrhythmia, angina pectoris, hyperten...
Busulfan - An alkylating agent having a selective immunosuppressive effect on BONE MARROW. It has been used in ...
Butanols - Isomeric forms and derivatives of butanol (C4H9OH)....
Butylene Glycols - 4-carbon straight chain aliphatic hydrocarbons substituted with two hydroxyl groups. The hydroxyl gr...
Carteolol - A beta-adrenergic antagonist used as an anti-arrhythmia agent, an anti-angina agent, an antihyperten...
Carteolol - A beta-adrenergic antagonist used as an anti-arrhythmia agent, an anti-angina agent, an antihyperten...
Celiprolol - A cardioselective beta-1-adrenergic antagonist that may act as a partial agonist at some adrenergic ...
Celiprolol - A cardioselective beta-1-adrenergic antagonist that may act as a partial agonist at some adrenergic ...
Cetomacrogol - Non-ionic surfactant of the polyethylene glycol family. It is used as a solubilizer and emulsifying ...
Chloral Hydrate - A hypnotic and sedative used in the treatment of INSOMNIA....
Chloralose - A derivative of CHLORAL HYDRATE that was used as a sedative but has been replaced by safer and more ...
Chloramphenicol - An antibiotic first isolated from cultures of Streptomyces venequelae in 1947 but now produced synth...
Chlorobutanol - A colorless to white crystalline compound with a camphoraceous odor and taste. It is a widely used p...
Chlorobutanol - A colorless to white crystalline compound with a camphoraceous odor and taste. It is a widely used p...
Chlorohydrins - Any of the compounds derived from a group of glycols or polyhydroxy alcohols by chlorine substitutio...
Chlorphenesin - A centrally acting muscle relaxant. Its mode of action is unknown. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharm...
Choline - A basic constituent of lecithin that is found in many plants and animal organs. It is important as a...
Clenbuterol - A substituted phenylaminoethanol that has beta-2 adrenomimetic properties at very low doses. It is u...
Cyclohexanols - Monohydroxy derivatives of cyclohexanes that contain the general formula R-C6H11O. They have a camph...
Deanol - An antidepressive agent that has also been used in the treatment of movement disorders. The mechanis...
Dianhydrogalactitol - One of the cytotoxic dihalohexitols that may have alkylating antineoplastic activity. It causes bone...
Diatrizoate Meglumine - A versatile x-ray contrast medium for diagnostic radiology. It can be administered by most routes....
Dihydroalprenolol - Hydrogenated alprenolol derivative where the extra hydrogens are often tritiated. This radiolabeled ...
Dihydroalprenolol - Hydrogenated alprenolol derivative where the extra hydrogens are often tritiated. This radiolabeled ...
Dithioerythritol - A compound that, along with its isomer, Cleland's reagent (DITHIOTHREITOL), is used for the protecti...
Dithiothreitol - A reagent commonly used in biochemical studies as a protective agent to prevent the oxidation of SH ...
Dodecanol - A saturated 12-carbon fatty alcohol obtained from coconut oil fatty acids. It has a floral odor and ...
Dolichol - Eicosamethyl octacontanonadecasen-1-o1. Polyprenol found in animal tissues that contains about 20 is...
Dolichol Phosphates - Phosphoric acid esters of dolichol....
Ephedrine - A phenethylamine found in EPHEDRA SINICA. PSEUDOEPHEDRINE is an isomer. It is an alpha- and beta-adr...
Ephedrine - A phenethylamine found in EPHEDRA SINICA. PSEUDOEPHEDRINE is an isomer. It is an alpha- and beta-adr...
Epinephrine - The active sympathomimetic hormone from the adrenal medulla. It stimulates both the alpha- and beta-...
Erythritol - A four-carbon sugar that is found in algae, fungi, and lichens. It is twice as sweet as sucrose and ...
Erythrityl Tetranitrate - A vasodilator with general properties similar to NITROGLYCERIN. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmaco...
Ethamoxytriphetol - A non-steroidal estrogen antagonist....
Ethanol - A clear, colorless liquid rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and distributed throughou...
Ethanolamine - A viscous, hygroscopic amino alcohol with an ammoniacal odor. It is widely distributed in biological...
Ethanolamine - A viscous, hygroscopic amino alcohol with an ammoniacal odor. It is widely distributed in biological...
Ethanolamines - AMINO ALCOHOLS containing the ETHANOLAMINE; (-NH2CH2CHOH) group and its derivatives....
Ethanolamines - AMINO ALCOHOLS containing the ETHANOLAMINE; (-NH2CH2CHOH) group and its derivatives....
Ethchlorvynol - A sedative and hypnotic that has been used in the short-term management of INSOMNIA. Its use has bee...
Ethylene Chlorohydrin - Used as a solvent, in the manufacture of insecticides, and for treating sweet potatoes before planti...
Ethylene Chlorohydrin - Used as a solvent, in the manufacture of insecticides, and for treating sweet potatoes before planti...
Ethylene Glycol - A colorless, odorless, viscous dihydroxy alcohol. It has a sweet taste, but is poisonous if ingested...
Ethylene Glycols - An ethylene compound with two hydroxy groups (-OH) located on adjacent carbons. They are viscous and...
Etilefrine - An adrenergic agonist that appears to interact with beta-2 and some alpha adrenergic receptors. It h...
Farnesol - A colorless liquid extracted from oils of plants such as citronella, neroli, cyclamen, and tuberose....
Fatty Alcohols - Usually high-molecular-weight, straight-chain primary alcohols, but can also range from as few as 4 ...
Fenoterol - An adrenergic beta-2 agonist that is used as a bronchodilator and tocolytic....
Galactitol - A naturally occurring product of plants obtained following reduction of GALACTOSE. It appears as a w...
Glycerol - A trihydroxy sugar alcohol that is an intermediate in carbohydrate and lipid metabolism. It is used ...
Glyceryl Ethers - Compounds in which one or more of the three hydroxyl groups of glycerol are in ethereal linkage with...
Glycols - A generic grouping for dihydric alcohols with the hydroxy groups (-OH) located on different carbon a...
Heptaminol - An amino alcohol that has been used as a myocardial stimulant and vasodilator and to relieve broncho...
Heptanol - A colorless liquid with a fragrant odor. It is used as an intermediate, solvent and in cosmetics....
Hexanols - Isomeric forms and derivatives of hexanol (C6H11OH)....
Hexanols - Isomeric forms and derivatives of hexanol (C6H11OH)....
Histidinol - The penultimate step in the pathway of histidine biosynthesis. Oxidation of the alcohol group on the...
Histidinol - The penultimate step in the pathway of histidine biosynthesis. Oxidation of the alcohol group on the...
Hydrogel - A network of cross-linked hydrophilic macromolecules used in biomedical applications....
Inositol - An isomer of glucose that has traditionally been considered to be a B vitamin although it has an unc...
Inositol 1,4,5-Trisphosphate - Intracellular messenger formed by the action of phospholipase C on phosphatidylinositol 4,5-bisphosp...
Inositol Phosphates - Phosphoric acid esters of inositol. They include mono- and polyphosphoric acid esters, with the exce...
Iodocyanopindolol - A highly selective and specific beta antagonist that is used to characterize beta-adrenoceptors....
Iodocyanopindolol - A highly selective and specific beta antagonist that is used to characterize beta-adrenoceptors....
Iothalamate Meglumine - A radiopaque medium used for urography, angiography, venography, and myelography. It is highly visco...
Isoetharine - Adrenergic beta-2 agonist used as bronchodilator for emphysema, bronchitis and asthma....
Isoproterenol - Isopropyl analog of EPINEPHRINE; beta-sympathomimetic that acts on the heart, bronchi, skeletal musc...
Isosorbide - 1,4:3,6-Dianhydro D-glucitol. Chemically inert osmotic diuretic used mainly to treat hydrocephalus; ...
Isosorbide Dinitrate - A vasodilator used in the treatment of ANGINA PECTORIS. Its actions are similar to NITROGLYCERIN but...
Isoxsuprine - A beta-adrenergic agonist that causes direct relaxation of uterine and vascular smooth muscle. Its v...
Isoxsuprine - A beta-adrenergic agonist that causes direct relaxation of uterine and vascular smooth muscle. Its v...
Labetalol - Blocker of both alpha- and beta-adrenergic receptors that is used as an antihypertensive....
Levobunolol - A nonselective beta-adrenoceptor antagonist used in the treatment of glaucoma....
Levobunolol - A nonselective beta-adrenoceptor antagonist used in the treatment of glaucoma....
Mannitol - A diuretic and renal diagnostic aid related to sorbitol. It has little significant energy value as i...
Mannitol Phosphates - Phosphoric acid esters of mannitol....
Meglumine - 1-Deoxy-1-(methylamino)-D-glucitol. A derivative of sorbitol in which the hydroxyl group in position...
Menthol - An alcohol produced from mint oils or prepared synthetically....
Mephenesin - A centrally acting muscle relaxant with a short duration of action....
Metaraminol - An adrenergic agonist that acts predominantly at alpha adrenergic receptors and also stimulates the ...
Metaraminol - An adrenergic agonist that acts predominantly at alpha adrenergic receptors and also stimulates the ...
Methanol - A colorless, flammable liquid used in the manufacture of FORMALDEHYDE and ACETIC ACID, in chemical s...
Methoxamine - An alpha-adrenergic agonist that causes prolonged peripheral vasoconstriction. It has little if any ...
Methoxamine - An alpha-adrenergic agonist that causes prolonged peripheral vasoconstriction. It has little if any ...
Methoxyhydroxyphenylglycol - Synthesized from endogenous epinephrine and norepinephrine in vivo. It is found in brain, blood, CSF...
Metipranolol - A beta-adrenergic antagonist effective for both beta-1 and beta-2 receptors. It is used as an antiar...
Metipranolol - A beta-adrenergic antagonist effective for both beta-1 and beta-2 receptors. It is used as an antiar...
Metoprolol - A selective adrenergic beta-1-blocking agent with no stimulatory action. It's binding to plasma albu...
Metoprolol - A selective adrenergic beta-1-blocking agent with no stimulatory action. It's binding to plasma albu...
Midodrine - An ethanolamine derivative that is an adrenergic alpha agonist. It is used as a vasoconstrictor agen...
Mitobronitol - Brominated analog of MANNITOL which is an antineoplastic agent appearing to act as an alkylating age...
Mitolactol - Alkylating antineoplastic toxic to bone marrow; used in breast cancer, also in combination with othe...
Nadolol - A non-selective beta-adrenergic antagonist with a long half-life, used in cardiovascular disease to ...
Nadolol - A non-selective beta-adrenergic antagonist with a long half-life, used in cardiovascular disease to ...
Nitroglycerin - A volatile vasodilator which relieves ANGINA PECTORIS by stimulating GUANYLATE CYCLASE and lowering ...
Nonoxynol - Nonionic surfactant mixtures varying in the number of repeating ethoxy (oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) groups. ...
Norepinephrine - Precursor of epinephrine that is secreted by the adrenal medulla and is a widespread central and aut...
Normetanephrine - A methylated metabolite of norepinephrine that is excreted in the urine and found in certain tissues...
Nylidrin - A beta-adrenergic agonist. Nylidrin causes peripheral vasodilation, a positive inotropic effect, and...
Nylidrin - A beta-adrenergic agonist. Nylidrin causes peripheral vasodilation, a positive inotropic effect, and...
Octanols - Isomeric forms and derivatives of octanol (C8H17OH)....
Octopamine - An alpha-adrenergic sympathomimetic amine, biosynthesized from tyramine in the CNS and platelets and...
Octoxynol - Nonionic surfactant mixtures varying in the number of repeating ethoxy (oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) groups. ...
Orciprenaline - A beta-adrenergic agonist used in the treatment of asthma and bronchospasms....
Oxprenolol - A beta-adrenergic antagonist used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, arrhythmias, an...
Oxprenolol - A beta-adrenergic antagonist used in the treatment of hypertension, angina pectoris, arrhythmias, an...
Oxyfedrine - A drug used in the treatment of angina pectoris, heart failure, conduction defects, and myocardial i...
Oxyfedrine - A drug used in the treatment of angina pectoris, heart failure, conduction defects, and myocardial i...
Penbutolol - A nonselective beta-blocker used as an antihypertensive and an antianginal agent....
Penbutolol - A nonselective beta-blocker used as an antihypertensive and an antianginal agent....
Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate - A vasodilator with general properties similar to NITROGLYCERIN but with a more prolonged duration of...
Pentanols - Isomeric forms and derivatives of pentanol (C5H11OH)....
Phenylephrine - An alpha-adrenergic agonist used as a mydriatic, nasal decongestant, and cardiotonic agent....
Phenylethyl Alcohol - An antimicrobial, antiseptic, and disinfectant that is used also as an aromatic essence and preserva...
Phenylpropanolamine - A sympathomimetic that acts mainly by causing release of NOREPINEPHRINE but also has direct agonist ...
Phenylpropanolamine - A sympathomimetic that acts mainly by causing release of NOREPINEPHRINE but also has direct agonist ...
Phospholipid Ethers - Phospholipids which have an alcohol moiety in ethereal linkage with a saturated or unsaturated aliph...
p-Hydroxynorephedrine - Parahydroxy analog of phenylpropanolamine with properties as a sympathomimetic....
p-Hydroxynorephedrine - Parahydroxy analog of phenylpropanolamine with properties as a sympathomimetic....
Phytic Acid - Complexing agent for removal of traces of heavy metal ions. It acts also as a hypocalcemic agent....
Pindolol - A moderately lipophilic beta blocker (ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONISTS). It is non-cardioselective and ha...
Pindolol - A moderately lipophilic beta blocker (ADRENERGIC BETA-ANTAGONISTS). It is non-cardioselective and ha...
Platelet Activating Factor - A phospholipid derivative formed by PLATELETS; BASOPHILS; NEUTROPHILS; MONOCYTES; and MACROPHAGES. I...
Poloxalene - A copolymer of polyethylene and polypropylene ether glycol. It is a non-ionic polyol surface-active ...
Poloxamer - A nonionic polyoxyethylene-polyoxypropylene block co-polymer with the general formula HO(C2H4O)a(-C3...
Polyethylene Glycols - Polymers of ETHYLENE OXIDE and water and their ethers. They vary in consistency from liquid to solid...
Polyhydroxyethyl Methacrylate - A biocompatible, hydrophilic, inert gel that is permeable to tissue fluids. It is used as an embeddi...
Polysorbates - Sorbitan mono-9-octadecanoate poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) derivatives; complex mixtures of polyoxyethyl...
Polyvinyl Alcohol - A polymer prepared from polyvinyl acetates by replacement of the acetate groups with hydroxyl groups...
Practolol - A beta-adrenergic antagonist that has been used in the emergency treatment of cardiac arrhythmias....
Practolol - A beta-adrenergic antagonist that has been used in the emergency treatment of cardiac arrhythmias....
Prenalterol - A partial adrenergic agonist with functional beta 1-receptor specificity and inotropic effect. It is...
Prenalterol - A partial adrenergic agonist with functional beta 1-receptor specificity and inotropic effect. It is...
Procaterol - A long-acting beta-2-adrenergic receptor agonist. It is a potent bronchodilator that may be administ...
Propanolamines - AMINO ALCOHOLS containing the propanolamine (NH2CH2CHOHCH2) group and its derivatives....
Propanolamines - AMINO ALCOHOLS containing the propanolamine (NH2CH2CHOHCH2) group and its derivatives....
Propanols - Isomeric forms and derivatives of PROPANOL (C3H7OH)....
Propranolol - A widely used non-cardioselective beta-adrenergic antagonist. Propranolol has been used for MYOCARDI...
Propranolol - A widely used non-cardioselective beta-adrenergic antagonist. Propranolol has been used for MYOCARDI...
Propylene Glycol - A clear, colorless, viscous organic solvent and diluent used in pharmaceutical preparations....
Propylene Glycols - Derivatives of propylene glycol (1,2-propanediol). They are used as humectants and solvents in pharm...
Pseudoephedrine - A phenethylamine that is an isomer of EPHEDRINE which has less central nervous system effects and us...
Pseudoephedrine - A phenethylamine that is an isomer of EPHEDRINE which has less central nervous system effects and us...
Psychosine - An intermediate in the biosynthesis of cerebrosides. It is formed by reaction of sphingosine with UD...
Ribitol - A sugar alcohol formed by the reduction of ribose....
Ritodrine - Adrenergic beta-agonist used to control premature labor....
Ritodrine - Adrenergic beta-agonist used to control premature labor....
Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate - An anionic surfactant, usually a mixture of sodium alkyl sulfates, mainly the lauryl; lowers surface...
Sodium Tetradecyl Sulfate - An anionic surface-active agent used for its wetting properties in industry and used in medicine as ...
Sorbitol - A polyhydric alcohol with about half the sweetness of sucrose. Sorbitol occurs naturally and is also...
Sotalol - An adrenergic beta-antagonist that is used in the treatment of life-threatening arrhythmias....
Sphingosine - An amino alcohol with a long unsaturated hydrocarbon chain. Sphingosine and its derivative sphingani...
Sphingosine - An amino alcohol with a long unsaturated hydrocarbon chain. Sphingosine and its derivative sphingani...
Sugar Alcohols - Polyhydric alcohols having no more than one hydroxy group attached to each carbon atom. They are for...
Suloctidil - A peripheral vasodilator that was formerly used in the management of peripheral and cerebral vascula...
Suloctidil - A peripheral vasodilator that was formerly used in the management of peripheral and cerebral vascula...
Synephrine - Sympathetic alpha-adrenergic agonist with actions like PHENYLEPHRINE. It is used as a vasoconstricto...
Terbutaline - A selective beta-2 adrenergic agonist used as a bronchodilator and tocolytic....
Thiamphenicol - A methylsulfonyl analog of CHLORAMPHENICOL. It is an antibiotic and immunosuppressive agent....
Timolol - A beta-adrenergic antagonist similar in action to PROPRANOLOL. The levo-isomer is the more active. T...
Timolol - A beta-adrenergic antagonist similar in action to PROPRANOLOL. The levo-isomer is the more active. T...
Tramadol - A narcotic analgesic proposed for severe pain. It may be habituating....
Trifluoroethanol - A non-aqueous co-solvent that serves as tool to study protein folding. It is also used in various ph...
Tromethamine - An organic amine proton acceptor. It is used in the synthesis of surface-active agents and pharmaceu...
Xamoterol - A selective beta-1-adrenergic partial agonist. Because it is a partial agonist (DRUG PARTIAL AGONISM...
Xamoterol - A selective beta-1-adrenergic partial agonist. Because it is a partial agonist (DRUG PARTIAL AGONISM...
Xylitol - A five-carbon sugar alcohol derived from XYLOSE by reduction of the carbonyl group. It is as sweet a...
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Coronary Disease
An imbalance between myocardial functional requirements and the capacity of the CORONARY VESSELS to supply sufficient blood flow. It is a form of MYOCARDIAL ISCHEMIA (insufficient blood supply to the heart muscle) caused by a decreased capacity of the coronary vessels.
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
A subtype of DIABETES MELLITUS that is characterized by INSULIN deficiency. It is manifested by the sudden onset of severe HYPERGLYCEMIA, rapid progression to DIABETIC KETOACIDOSIS, and DEATH unless treated with insulin. The disease may occur at any age, but is most common in childhood or adolescence.
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Hypertension
Persistently high systemic arterial BLOOD PRESSURE. Based on multiple readings (BLOOD PRESSURE DETERMINATION), hypertension is currently defined as when SYSTOLIC PRESSURE is consistently greater than 140 mm Hg or when DIASTOLIC PRESSURE is consistently 90 mm Hg or more.
Mesothelioma
A tumor derived from mesothelial tissue (peritoneum, pleura, pericardium). It appears as broad sheets of cells, with some regions containing spindle-shaped, sarcoma-like cells and other regions showing adenomatous patterns. Pleural mesotheliomas have been linked to exposure to asbestos. (Dorland, 27th ed)
Osteoarthritis
A progressive, degenerative joint disease, the most common form of arthritis, especially in older persons. The disease is thought to result not from the aging process but from biochemical changes and biomechanical stresses affecting articular cartilage. In the foreign literature it is often called osteoarthrosis deformans.