CHLORGUANIDE Meaning and
Definition
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Chlorguanide is a chemical compound that belongs to the class of medications known as antimalarials. It is predominantly used as an effective treatment for malaria caused by the Plasmodium falciparum parasite, a type of malaria that is resistant to many other antimalarial medications.
Chlorguanide works by targeting the asexual blood stage of the parasite's life cycle. It exerts its antimalarial effects by inhibiting the growth and reproduction of the malaria parasites, ultimately preventing their ability to infect and destroy healthy red blood cells. This mechanism of action helps to alleviate the symptoms of malaria and promote recovery.
The compound is typically administered orally in the form of tablets or suspensions and is recommended to be taken with meals. It is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream after ingestion and undergoes metabolism in the liver. Chlorguanide has a relatively long half-life, allowing for once-daily dosing in most cases.
While chlorguanide is generally effective in treating malaria caused by Plasmodium falciparum, it may not be as effective against other types of malaria parasites. Therefore, healthcare professionals must accurately diagnose the specific type of malaria infection before prescribing chlorguanide.
As with any medication, chlorguanide may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, or rash. It is important to follow the prescribed dosage instructions and consult a healthcare provider if any adverse reactions occur.
Common Misspellings for CHLORGUANIDE
- xhlorguanide
- vhlorguanide
- fhlorguanide
- dhlorguanide
- cglorguanide
- cblorguanide
- cnlorguanide
- cjlorguanide
- culorguanide
- cylorguanide
- chkorguanide
- chporguanide
- choorguanide
- chlirguanide
- chlkrguanide
- chllrguanide
- chlprguanide
- chl0rguanide
- chl9rguanide
- chloeguanide
Etymology of CHLORGUANIDE
The word "chlorguanide" is derived from two main components: "chloro-" and "-guanide".
The prefix "chloro-" is derived from the Greek word "khlōros", meaning "pale green" or "yellow-green". In chemical terminology, "chloro-" is used to refer to the compound containing a chlorine atom or a chlorine group.
The suffix "-guanide" refers to a specific chemical group composed of a carbon atom bonded to three nitrogen atoms. It is derived from the compound "guanidine", which was named after the compound "guano" (a natural substance used as a source of nitrogen for fertilizers). The word "guano" itself has its origins in Quechua, an indigenous language of South America, where it means "dung".
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