Potassium bromide
Potassium Bromide (KBr)
Potassium Bromide (pronunciation: pəˈtæsiəm ˈbroʊmaɪd) is a chemical compound, often used in medicine, that is represented by the chemical formula KBr.
Etymology
The term "Potassium Bromide" is derived from the names of its constituent elements. "Potassium" comes from the English word "potash", and "Bromide" is derived from the Greek word "bromos", meaning "stench".
Medical Uses
Potassium Bromide is primarily used as an anticonvulsant in the treatment of epilepsy in dogs and cats. It is also used in some countries as a treatment for humans with epilepsy, although it has largely been replaced by newer drugs.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Potassium Bromide include sedation, ataxia, and increased thirst and urination. In rare cases, it can cause severe respiratory and gastrointestinal problems.
Related Terms
- Anticonvulsant: A type of medication used to prevent or reduce the severity of seizures.
- Epilepsy: A neurological disorder marked by sudden recurrent episodes of sensory disturbance, loss of consciousness, or convulsions, associated with abnormal electrical activity in the brain.
- Ataxia: The loss of full control of bodily movements.
- Sedation: The act of calming by administration of a sedative.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Potassium bromide
- Wikipedia's article - Potassium bromide
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