Term Name: propamidine
Synonyms: 4,4'-(1,3-Propanediylbis(oxy))bis-benzenecarboximidamide, 4,4'-(Trimethylenedioxy)dibenzamidine, 4,4'-[propane-1,3-diylbis(oxy)]di(benzene-1-carboximidamide), propamidina, propamidine, propamidinum
Definition: A polyether that is the bis(4-guanidinophenyl) ether of propane-1,3-diol. Used (as its isethionate salt) for the treatment of minor eye or eyelid infections, such as conjunctivitis and blepharitis.
Ontology: ChEBI [CHEBI:87462]  ( EBI )

Relationships
is a type of: aromatic ether guanidines polyether
has_functional_parent: propane-1,3-diol
has_role: antimicrobial agent antiseptic drug
inverse is_conjugate_acid_of: propamidine(2+)
is_conjugate_base_of: propamidine(2+)