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Propylthiouracil

A thiourea antithyroid agent. Propythiouracil inhibits the synthesis of thyroxine and inhibits the peripheral conversion of throxine to tri-iodothyronine. It is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopeoia, 30th ed, p534)
Also Known As:
6-Propyl-2-Thiouracil; 6 Propyl 2 Thiouracil; 4(1H)-Pyrimidinone, 2,3-dihydro-6-propyl-2-thioxo-
Networked: 1749 relevant articles (85 outcomes, 147 trials/studies)

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1. Gao, Ying: 13 articles (06/2012 - 06/2003)
2. Laurberg, Peter: 11 articles (11/2016 - 06/2007)
3. Zhao, Ming-Hui: 10 articles (03/2016 - 10/2005)
4. Andersen, Stine Linding: 9 articles (01/2020 - 11/2013)
5. Shibutani, Makoto: 8 articles (11/2016 - 12/2007)
6. Rivkees, Scott A: 8 articles (06/2015 - 01/2009)
7. Zhao, Ming-hui: 8 articles (01/2013 - 06/2003)
8. Hosseini, Mahmoud: 7 articles (08/2022 - 10/2014)
9. Chen, Min: 7 articles (03/2016 - 01/2007)
10. Beheshti, Farimah: 6 articles (08/2022 - 10/2014)

Related Diseases

1. Hyperthyroidism
2. Hypothyroidism
3. Graves Disease (Basedow Disease)
4. Psoriasis (Pustulosis Palmaris et Plantaris)
5. Thyrotoxicosis

Related Drugs and Biologics

1. Methimazole (Thiamazole)
2. Antithyroid Agents (Antithyroid Drugs)
3. Carbimazole
4. Propranolol (Inderal)
5. Amiodarone (Amiodarona)
6. Adrenal Cortex Hormones (Corticosteroids)
7. Drinking Water
8. Antioxidants
9. Hydrocortisone (Cortisol)
10. Potassium Iodide (Pima)

Related Therapies and Procedures

1. Therapeutics
2. Thyroidectomy
3. Oral Administration
4. Aftercare (After-Treatment)
5. Nutritional Support (Artificial Feeding)