Chlormethiazole

A sedative and anticonvulsant often used in the treatment of alcohol withdrawal. Chlormethiazole has also been proposed as a neuroprotective agent. The mechanism of its therapeutic activity is not entirely clear, but it does potentiate GAMMA-AMINOBUTYRIC ACID receptors response and it may also affect glycine receptors.

Also Known As:

Clomethiazole; Distraneurin; Thiazole, 5-(2-chloroethyl)-4-methyl-

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Anticonvulsants
GABA Modulators
Hypnotics and Sedatives
Neuroprotective Agents

Organic Chemicals: 133
- Sulfur Compounds: 278
  - Thiazoles: 392
    - Chlormethiazole: 254
Heterocyclic Compounds: 198
- 1-Ring Heterocyclic Compounds
  - Azoles: 2138
    - Thiazoles: 392
      - Chlormethiazole: 254

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