Pamabrom

Pamabrom

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Systematic (IUPAC) name
1:1 mixture of 2-amino-2-methyl-1-propanol and 8-bromotheophyllinate
Legal status
Legal status	US: OTC
Identifiers
CAS Number	606-04-2
ATC code	none
PubChem	CID 11806
Chemical data
Formula	8-Bromotheophylline: C7H7BrN4O2 2-Amino-2-methyl-1-propanol: C4H11NO
Molar mass	348.20

Pamabrom (trade name Diurex) is a diuretic product included in retail drugs available in over-the-counter medications. The active diuretic ingredient in pamabrom is 8-bromotheophylline.

Pamabrom is available in combination with acetaminophen (paracetamol) for menstrual relief. The acetaminophen helps reduce menstrual pains and the pamabrom reduces associated bloating. It is available in a number of products from various brands under different names, such as Midol Maximum Strength Teen Formula, Women's Tylenol Menstrual Relief and Pamprin Maximum Strength Menstrual Pain Relief Multi-Symptom. The dosages are essentially the same for each brand, including generic drug store varieties.

External links

• New Tylenol (Acetaminophen/Pamabrom), For Menstrual Pain And Bloating, Available In US
• Are 'For-Women' Products for Real?