Avizafone

Avizafone[1] (Pro-Diazepam) is a water-soluble prodrug of diazepam. It can be administered intramuscularly.

Avizafone
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administration		Intramuscular injection
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FormulaC22H27ClN4O3
Molar mass430.928 g/mol g·mol−1
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Avizafone is metabolised by enzymes in the blood to form the active drug diazepam. It is used mainly as an antidote to poisoning with organophosphate nerve agents.[2][3][4]

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References
  1. GB Patent 1517164
  2. Karlsson B, Lindgren B, Millquist E, Sandberg M, Sellstrom A. On the use of diazepam and pro-diazepam (2-benzoyl-4-chloro-N-methyl-N-lysylglycin anilide), as adjunct antidotes in the treatment of organophosphorus intoxication in the guinea-pig. Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology. 1990 Apr;42(4):247-51.
  3. Lallement G, Renault F, Baubichon D, Peoc'h M, Burckhart MF, Galonnier M, Clarencon D, Jourdil N. Compared efficacy of diazepam or avizafone to prevent soman-induced electroencephalographic disturbances and neuropathology in primates: relationship to plasmatic benzodiazepine pharmacokinetics. Archives of Toxicology. 2000 Oct;74(8):480-6.
  4. Taysse L, Calvet JH, Buee J, Christin D, Delamanche S, Breton P. Comparative efficacy of diazepam and avizafone against sarin-induced neuropathology and respiratory failure in guinea pigs: influence of atropine dose. Toxicology. 2003 Jun 30;188(2-3):197-209.
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