meprotixol

Meprotixol is a small molecule drug classified as a thioxanthene derivative. It acts primarily as an antitussive (cough suppressant) and has also been used in the treatment of rheumatic diseases. Meprotixol exhibits potent antitussive activity, slight central depressive effects, and can reduce spontaneous motor activity in animal models, though it is much less potent than neuroleptics such as chlorpromazine. Additionally, it demonstrates broncho-spasmolytic effects against serotonin-induced spasms and shows some anti-inflammatory properties by inhibiting edema and exudation in experimental models. Its precise mechanism of action as an antitussive is not fully elucidated but may involve central nervous system pathways[1][4][5][7].

Other names

meprothixolmeprotixolum