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Tetrodotoxin

Generic Name
Tetrodotoxin
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C11H17N3O8
CAS Number
4368-28-9
Unique Ingredient Identifier
3KUM2721U9

Overview

An aminoperhydroquinazoline poison found mainly in the liver and ovaries of fishes in the order tetraodontiformes, which are eaten. The toxin causes paresthesia and paralysis through interference with neuromuscular conduction. Tetrodotoxin is being investigated by Wex Pharmaceuticals for the treatment of chronic and breakthrough pain in advanced cancer patients as well as for the treatment of opioid dependence.

Background

An aminoperhydroquinazoline poison found mainly in the liver and ovaries of fishes in the order tetraodontiformes, which are eaten. The toxin causes paresthesia and paralysis through interference with neuromuscular conduction. Tetrodotoxin is being investigated by Wex Pharmaceuticals for the treatment of chronic and breakthrough pain in advanced cancer patients as well as for the treatment of opioid dependence.

Indication

用于镇痛和控制阿片类依赖戒断症状(用于戒毒)。

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