Sodium Gualenate

Drug #1519

The name AZULENE has also been used for a number of dreivatives of azulene including it. it was originally isolated from Matricaria camomile. It has been used in gastro-intestinal disorders. Sodium Gualenate is a remedy fo gastritis and inflammation of oral cavity.

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Primary Characteristics

It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Amino Acid.

Molecular Weight: 300.4 · pK_a: 0.88 · Solubility in Water: freely · Solubility in Alcohol: soluble · Non-proprietary name: Sodium Gualenate.

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

Indications

Sodium Gualenate is primarily indicated in conditions like Duodenal ulcer, Gastric ulcer, Gastritis.

Contraindications

Sodium Gualenate is contraindicated in conditions like Osteomyelitis, Skin structure infections, Skin inflammation.

Dosage

None recorded.

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Sodium Gualenate is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Abdominal pain, Constipation , Diarrhea, Dyspepsia , Flushing of face, Nausea and vomiting.

Warnings / Precautions

Carefully monitor the intraocular pressure, especially during the immediate postoperative period. If significant rises are observed, treat with appropriate therapy.Use only if solution is clear. For the first 48 hours after your injection, avoid any strenuous or weight-bearing activity that lasts longer than 1 hour. This includes jogging, tennis, stair-climbing, or lifting weights.

Available Brands

None recorded.

Storage Conditions

Sodium Gualenate should be stored .

Drug Classification

1.17.4 — Anti-inflammtory drugs
2.17.12 — Other alimentary tract preparations