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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...