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Methenamine

Urinary analgesic

Description

Methenamine is a urinary tract antiseptic and antibacterial drug used for the prophylaxis and treatment of frequently recurring urinary tract infections requiring a long-term therapy.

Mechanism of action

In acid environment it is hydrolyzed to ammonia and formaldehyde, which is bactericidal.

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Mechanism of action

In acid environment it is hydrolyzed to ammonia and formaldehyde, which is bactericidal.

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