In the past, society has witnessed countless advances and changes in Mephenesin that have significantly impacted the way we live and perceive the world around us. From scientific discoveries to cultural revolutions, Mephenesin has played a critical role in shaping our current reality. Over the years, we have seen how Mephenesin has evolved and adapted to the needs and demands of an ever-changing society. In this article, we will closely explore the importance of Mephenesin in different aspects of our daily lives and its influence on the way we think and act.
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.000.389 |
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Formula | C10H14O3 |
Molar mass | 182.219 g·mol−1 |
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Mephenesin (INN), also called myanesin, is a centrally acting muscle relaxant. It can be used as an antidote for strychnine poisoning. Mephenesin however presents with the major drawbacks of having a short duration of action and a much greater effect on the spinal cord than the brain, resulting in pronounced respiratory depression at clinical doses and therefore a very low therapeutic index. It is especially dangerous and potentially fatal in combination with alcohol and other depressants. Mephenesin was the inspiration for the synthesis of a derivative of 1,3-propanediol, meprobamate, by Bernard Ludwig and Frank Berger, the first tranquilizer to see widespread clinical use. Mephenesin is no longer available in North America but is used in Italy and a few other countries. Its use has largely been replaced by the related drug methocarbamol, which is better absorbed.
Mephenesin may be an NMDA receptor antagonist. Mephenesin was previously used in France as an OTC muscle relaxant called Décontractyl but was taken out of production by Sanofi Aventis and due to a French Health Ministry decree in July 2019. Mephenesin is, however, still available in Italy.