Methylnaltrexone
- Generic Name
- Methylnaltrexone
- Brand Names
- Relistor
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C21H26NO4
- CAS Number
- 916055-93-1
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 0RK7M7IABE
- Background
Methylnaltrexone is a pheriphally-acting μ-opioid antagonist that acts on the gastrointestinal tract to decrease opioid-induced constipation without producing analgesic effects or withdrawal symptoms. It is also a weak CYP2D6 inhibitor. FDA approved in 2008.
- Indication
Treatment of opioids induced constipation in palliative patients that are inadequately responding to laxative therapy.
- Associated Conditions
- Opioid Induced Constipation (OIC)
- Associated Therapies
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