Propylthiouracil [propylthiouracil]

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Terms

6-Propyl-2-Thiouracil

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Definition

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)

Annotation
a thyroid antag
DUI
D011441 MeSH Browser
CUI
M0017784
CAS
4(1H)-Pyrimidinone, 2,3-dihydro-6-propyl-2-thioxo-