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Methacholine

CHEBI:CHEBI_6804

Definition

A quaternary ammonium ion in which the nitrogen is substituted with three methyl groups and a 2-acetoxypropyl group. Parasympathomimetic bronchoconstrictor drug used in clinical diagnosis.

Chemical Information

Molecular Formula
C8H18NO2
Molecular Mass
160.23406
Charge
+1
SMILES
CC(C[N+](C)(C)C)OC(C)=O
InChI
InChI=1S/C8H18NO2/c1-7(11-8(2)10)6-9(3,4)5/h7H,6H2,1-5H3/q+1
InChIKey
NZWOPGCLSHLLPA-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Alternative Names

  • 2-acetyloxy-N,N,N-trimethylpropan-1-aminium
  • Acetyl-beta-methylcholine
  • Acetylmethylcholine
  • MCh
  • Methacholine

Treatment Applications

Drug Classification

Important Medical Information

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  • Always consult with a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or modifying any medication.
  • Side effects may vary and this list may not be comprehensive.
  • Drug interactions may occur with other medications.

Additional Identifiers

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DRON_00010000
155080
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Additional References

Wikipedia:Methacholine

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