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Propylthiouracil Summary

Description: 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: 1295 relevant articles (65 outcomes, 99 trials/studies) for this Drug

Key Diseases for which Propylthiouracil is Relevant

  1. Hyperthyroidism : 12 outcomes 20 studies in 294 results
  2. Hypothyroidism : 9 outcomes 28 studies in 311 results
  3. Psoriasis (Pustulosis Palmaris et Plantaris) : 9 outcomes 6 studies in 21 results
  4. Graves Disease (Basedow Disease) : 9 outcomes 3 studies in 180 results
  5. Thyrotoxicosis : 4 outcomes 2 studies in 67 results
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Drugs Related to Propylthiouracil

  1. Methimazole (Thiamazole)
  2. Propranolol (Inderal)
  3. Amiodarone (Amiodarona)
  4. Adrenal Cortex Hormones (Corticosteroids)
  5. Antineutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibodies (ANCA)
  6. Ethanol (Ethyl Alcohol)
  7. Carbimazole
  8. Hormones
  9. Alloxan
  10. Cholestyramine Resin (Questran)
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Therapies Related to Propylthiouracil

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