Ethenzamide

NSAID analgesic drug From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Ethenzamide (2-ethoxybenzamide) is a common analgesic and anti-inflammatory drug that is used for the relief of fever, headaches, and other minor aches and pains.[1][2] It is also an ingredient in numerous cold medications and many prescription analgesics.[citation needed] It is used as an over-the-counter drug in Japan, often in combination with caffeine and acetaminophen, where it is marketed for uses including toothache, menstrual cramps, headache, and fever.[3]

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Ethenzamide
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  • 2-ethoxybenzamide
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ECHA InfoCard100.012.133 Edit this at Wikidata
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FormulaC9H11NO2
Molar mass165.192 g·mol−1
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  • O=C(c1ccccc1OCC)N
  • InChI=1S/C9H11NO2/c1-2-12-8-6-4-3-5-7(8)9(10)11/h3-6H,2H2,1H3,(H2,10,11) checkY
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It is metabolized in vivo into salicylamide.[4]

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