<chemical> An antibacterial agent most commonly used in the treatment of urinary tract infections. Its antibacterial action derives from the slow release of formaldehyde by hydrolysis at acidic pH. ... Pharmacological action: anti-infective agents, urinary. ... Chemical name: 1,3,5,7-Tetraazatricyclo(3.3.1.13,7)decane ... (12 Dec 1998) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
Type: Term Pronunciation: meth-en′ă-mēn Definitions: 1. A condensation product obtained by the action of ammonia on formaldehyde; in acidic urine, it decomposes to yield formaldehyde, a urinary antiseptic. Synonyms: hexamine Found on http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=54746
Mandelaminenoun antibacterial agent (trade names Mandelamine and Urex) that is contained in many products that are used to treat urinary infections Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20974