Products
In many countries, drugs containing aminophenazone are no longer on the market.
Structure and properties
Aminophenazone (C13H17N3O, Mr = 231.3 g/mol) belongs to the pyrazolones. It exists as a white crystalline powder that is soluble in water.
Effects
Aminophenazone (ATC N02BB03) has analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Indications
Pain, fever, and inflammatory conditions of various causes.
Adverse effects
Because of the potential adverse effects, aminophenazone is no longer commercially available (e.g., agranulocytosis, formation of carcinogenic metabolites).
