Pamabrom

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Pamabrom
Systematic (IUPAC) name
1:1 mixture of 2-amino-2-methyl-1-propanol and 8-bromotheophyllinate
Identifiers
CAS number 606-04-2
ATC code  ?
PubChem 11806
Chemical data
Formula 8 Bromotheophylline: C7H7BrN4O2
2-Amino-2-methyl-1-propanol: C4H11NO
Mol. mass 348.20
Pharmacokinetic data
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Therapeutic considerations
Pregnancy cat.

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Legal status

OTC(US)

Routes  ?

Pamabrom is a diuretic product included in retail drugs available in over-the-counter medications.[1] The active diuretic ingredient is 8-bromotheophylline.

It is also available in combination with acetaminophen (paracetamol) for menstrual relief. The acetaminophen helps reduce menstrual pains and the pamabrom reduces associated bloating. It's available in a number of products from various larger brands under different names, such as Midol Maximum Strength Teen Formula, Women's Tylenol Menstrual Relief and Pamprin Maximum Strength Menstrual Pain Relief Multi-Symptom. The dosages are essentially the same for each brand, including generic drug store varieties.

The acetaminophen/pamabrom combination is also marketed as a pain reliever for pain associated with back ache, headache, and muscle ache and can be used as a mild muscle relaxant.

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