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abametapir

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Also known as 5,5’-dimethyl-2,2’-bipyridine

Abametapir, sold under the brand name Xeglyze, is a medication used for the treatment of head lice infestation in people six months of age and older.

Wikidata facts

Mass
184.1
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canonical SMILES
CC1=CN=C(C=C1)C2=NC=C(C=C2)C
melting point
116.0
chemical formula
C₁₂H₁₂N₂
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Contents
  • Medical uses
  • Contraindications
  • Adverse effects
  • Interactions
  • Pharmacology
  • Mechanism of action
  • Pharmacokinetics
  • History
  • References
  • Further reading
  • External links

Abametapir, sold under the brand name Xeglyze, is a medication used for the treatment of head lice infestation in people six months of age and older.

The most common side effects include skin redness, rash, skin burning sensation, skin inflammation, vomiting, eye irritation, skin itching, and hair color changes.

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