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Etacrynic acid

Generic Name
Etacrynic acid
Brand Names
Edecrin
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C13H12Cl2O4
CAS Number
58-54-8
Unique Ingredient Identifier
M5DP350VZV

Overview

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.

Indication

For the treatment of high blood pressure and edema caused by diseases like congestive heart failure, liver failure, and kidney failure.

Associated Conditions

  • Ascites
  • Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)
  • Edema
  • Nephrotic Syndrome

Clinical Trials

Title
Posted
Study ID
Phase
Status
Sponsor
2016/08/02
Phase 1
Completed
Eugene Lee, MD
2014/01/31
Phase 1
Completed
Molly Walsh
2012/06/27
Phase 3
Completed
Bambino Gesù Hospital and Research Institute

FDA Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Manufacturer
NDC Code
Route
Strength
Effective Date
Mylan Institutional LLC
67457-297
INTRAVENOUS
50 mg in 50 mL
1/15/2014
Amneal Pharmaceuticals NY LLC
69238-1126
ORAL
25 mg in 1 1
12/30/2023
ST. MARY'S MEDICAL PARK PHARMACY
60760-773
ORAL
25 mg in 1 1
2/17/2023
Avera McKennan Hospital
69189-0371
ORAL
25 mg in 1 1
12/10/2015
Zydus Lifesciences Limited
70771-1106
INTRAVENOUS
50 mg in 50 mL
10/17/2022
Oceanside Pharmaceuticals
68682-012
INTRAVENOUS
50 mg in 50 mL
1/1/2021
Bausch Health US, LLC
25010-210
INTRAVENOUS
50 mg in 50 mL
8/31/2020
Oceanside Pharmaceuticals
68682-012
INTRAVENOUS
50 mg in 50 mL
8/31/2023
Edenbridge Pharmaceuticals LLC.
42799-405
ORAL
25 mg in 1 1
7/21/2021
Bausch Health US, LLC
25010-215
ORAL
25 mg in 1 1
8/31/2020

EMA Drug Approvals

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HSA Drug Approvals

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NMPA Drug Approvals

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PPB Drug Approvals

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TGA Drug Approvals

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No TGA approvals found for this drug.

Health Canada Drug Approvals

Approved Product
Company
DIN
Dosage Form
Strength
Market Date
EDECRIN TAB 50MG
merck frosst canada & cie, merck frosst canada & co.
00016497
Tablet - Oral
50 MG
12/31/1968
EDECRIN
bausch health, canada inc.
02258528
Tablet - Oral
25 MG
10/15/2004

CIMA AEMPS Drug Approvals

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No CIMA AEMPS (Spain) approvals found for this drug.

Philippines FDA Drug Approvals

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No Philippines FDA approvals found for this drug.

Saudi SFDA Drug Approvals

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No Saudi SFDA approvals found for this drug.

Malaysia NPRA Drug Approvals

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No Malaysia NPRA approvals found for this drug.

UK EMC Drug Information

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