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Phenarol (CHLORMEZANONE)

FDA-approved withdrawn Small molecule Quality 10/100

Phenarol, also known as chlormezanone, is a small molecule drug in the chlormezanone class. It was originally developed and is currently owned by a company, but the exact details are not specified. Phenarol is FDA-approved for the treatment of anxiety and was approved in 1960. It has a high bioavailability of 99% but lacks generic manufacturers due to its off-patent status. As an off-patent medication, Phenarol is no longer protected by active patents.

At a glance

Generic nameCHLORMEZANONE
Drug classchlormezanone
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaNeuroscience
PhaseFDA-approved
First approval1960

Approved indications

Common side effects

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Key clinical trials

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FDA labelMechanism, indications, dosing, boxed warnings, drug interactions
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