Propylthiouracil
Synonyms
4(1H)-Pyrimidinone, 2,3-dihydro-6-propyl-2-thioxo-
6 Propyl 2 Thiouracil
6-Propyl-2-Thiouracil
A thiourea antithyroid agent. Propythiouracil inhibits the synthesis of thyroxine and inhibits the peripheral conversion of throxine to tri-iodothyronine. It is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopeoia, 30th ed, p534)