OBO ID: CHEBI:5555
Term Name: guanadrel Search Ontology:
Synonyms:
  • 1-(1,4-dioxaspiro[4.5]dec-2-ylmethyl)guanidine
  • guanadrel
  • guanadrelum
Definition: A spiroketal resulting from the formal condensation of the keto group of cyclohexanone with the hydroxy groups of 1-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)guanidine. A postganglionic adrenergic blocking agent formerly used (generally as the sulfate salt) for the management of hypertension, it has been largely superseded by other drugs less likely to cause orthostatic hypotension (dizzy spells on standing up or stretching).
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Ontology: ChEBI  ( EBI )
PHENOTYPE No data available