QUININE URETHANE Meaning and
Definition
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Quinine urethane is a chemical compound that combines quinine with urethane. Quinine is an alkaloid derived from the bark of the cinchona tree and is known for its medicinal properties. Urethane, on the other hand, is an ester derived from carbamic acid.
Quinine urethane is primarily used as an antimalarial drug. Quinine itself has been used for centuries as a treatment for malaria, a life-threatening tropical disease caused by the Plasmodium parasite. The incorporation of urethane into quinine enhances its pharmacological properties, making it more effective in combating the parasite.
The compound works by interfering with the growth and reproduction of the Plasmodium parasite within the erythrocytes (red blood cells) of the human host. It inhibits the action of an enzyme called heme polymerase, essential for the parasite to break down hemoglobin and obtain nutrients. By preventing this process, quinine urethane effectively kills the parasite and alleviates the symptoms associated with malaria.
Besides its antimalarial properties, quinine urethane also exhibits analgesic (pain-relieving) properties. It can help alleviate muscle cramps and spasms, particularly those associated with conditions like restless leg syndrome or nocturnal leg cramps.
Due to its effectiveness and reliability in treating malaria, quinine urethane continues to be used in the medical field, particularly in regions where malarial infections are prevalent. However, it should be used with caution and under medical supervision as it may have potential side effects and interactions with other medications.
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A mixture of urethrane and quinine hydrochloride, employed subcutaneously.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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Etymology of QUININE URETHANE
The word "quinine" has its roots in the indigenous Quechua language spoken in the Andean region of South America. The Quechua word "kina" refers to the bark of the cinchona tree, which contains quinine, a natural anti-malarial compound. The Spanish conquistadors took note of the healing properties of the cinchona bark and introduced it to Europe.
The term "urethane" is derived from the chemical compound "urea", which was first isolated in the early 19th century. Urea was originally obtained from urine, giving rise to its name. In the 20th century, scientists discovered that urea could be combined with various chemicals, thus leading to the creation of new compounds with specific properties.
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