Ethacrynic Acid FDA Link

A compound that inhibits symport of sodium, potassium, and chloride primarily in the ascending limb of Henle, but also in the proximal and distal tubules. This pharmacological action results in excretion of these ions, increased urinary output, and reduction in extracellular fluid. This compound has been classified as a loop or high ceiling diuretic.

Also Known As:

Etacrynic Acid; Edecrin; Ethacrinic Acid; Ethacrynate Sodium; Ethacrynic Acid, Sodium Salt; Hydromedin; Acid, Etacrynic; Acid, Ethacrinic; Acid, Ethacrynic; Sodium, Ethacrynate; Acetic acid, (2,3- dichloro- 4- (2- methylene- 1- oxobutyl)phenoxy)-

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Diuretics
Enzyme Inhibitors

Organic Chemicals: 140
- Carboxylic Acids: 986
  - Hydroxy Acids: 97
    - Glycolates
      - Phenoxyacetates: 2
        Ethacrynic Acid: 339
  - Acyclic Acids
    - Acetates: 5093
      - Glycolates
        Phenoxyacetates: 2
        Ethacrynic Acid: 339

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