Pentoxyverine

Products

Pentoxyverine is commercially available as syrup and drops, among other products. The drug is not registered in many countries.

Structure and properties

Pentoxyverine (C₂₀H₃₁NO₃, M_r = 333.5 g/mol) is a phenylcyclopentane derivative. In pharmaceuticals, it is present as pentoxyverine citrate. It is also referred to as carbetapentane.

Effects

Pentoxyverine (ATC R05DB05) has antitussive, mild local anesthetic, mild bronchodilator, and anticholinergic properties. It acts on the cough reflex in the cough center.

Indications

For short-term treatment of irritable cough.