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Monodral (penthienate)

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Monodral (generic name: penthienate) is a penthienate drug. It is currently in unknown development for Gastric spasm, Peptic ulcer.

Monodral works by inhibiting the action of acetylcholine at muscarinic receptors in the gastrointestinal tract.

Monodral is a small molecule with anticholinergic properties, similar to atropine. It is used to treat conditions such as peptic ulcer and dyspepsia by reducing gastric motility and secretion.

At a glance

Generic namepenthienate
Drug classpenthienate
Therapeutic areaGastroenterology
Phaseunknown

Mechanism of action

Think of it like a volume control for your stomach muscles. When you eat, your stomach muscles contract to mix food with digestive juices. Monodral helps slow down these muscle contractions, giving your stomach a break and reducing symptoms like cramps and nausea.

Approved indications

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

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Frequently asked questions about Monodral

What is Monodral?

Monodral (penthienate) is a penthienate drug, indicated for Gastric spasm, Peptic ulcer.

How does Monodral work?

Monodral works by inhibiting the action of acetylcholine at muscarinic receptors in the gastrointestinal tract.

What is Monodral used for?

Monodral is indicated for Gastric spasm, Peptic ulcer.

What is the generic name of Monodral?

penthienate is the generic (nonproprietary) name of Monodral.

What drug class is Monodral in?

Monodral belongs to the penthienate class. See all penthienate drugs at /class/penthienate.

What development phase is Monodral in?

Monodral is in unknown.

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