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Product Name | Phenylbutazone |
Appearance | Powder |
Purity | 99% |
CAS | 50-33-9 |
Molecular Formula | C19H20N2O2 |
Phenylbutazone is a compound of research interest as an anti-inflammatory and anti-proliferative agent. Several studies have investigated Phenylbutazone as an anti-inflammatory agent and its role in mediating prostaglandin synthesis. Phenylbutazone may be of interest regarding research into anti-proliferative effects as well, especially in colorectal cancer studies. In studies with human colon cancer cell lines investigating anti-proliferative capabilities of NSAIDs, Phenylbutazone was noted to have intermediate anti-proliferative potency as compared to other NSAIDs. Phenylbutazone is an inhibitor of Cox (cyclooxygenase) that is also a substrate for peroxidation by Cox.
Anti-inflammatory Treatment: Phenylbutazone is primarily used in veterinary medicine as an anti-inflammatory agent to treat various inflammatory conditions, such as arthritis, rheumatism, and laminitis in animals.
Pain Relief: It provides effective pain relief by inhibiting the production of inflammatory mediators, particularly prostaglandins, that contribute to pain and swelling.
Fever Reduction: In certain cases, phenylbutazone may also be prescribed to reduce fever associated with inflammatory conditions, though this is less common than its use for anti-inflammatory and analgesic purposes.
Inhibition of Prostaglandin Synthesis: Phenylbutazone belongs to the class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Its primary function is to inhibit the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX), thereby reducing the synthesis of prostaglandins, which are responsible for mediating inflammation, pain, and fever.
Reduction of Inflammation: By suppressing prostaglandin production, phenylbutazone helps to alleviate inflammation, a critical aspect of its therapeutic action in treating conditions like arthritis, where chronic inflammation causes pain and stiffness.
Analgesic Effect: Its ability to decrease inflammation also leads to a significant analgesic (pain-relieving) effect, improving the quality of life for animals suffering from painful conditions. The drug directly addresses the source of pain, not just masking the symptoms.