Name
Chlorides
Accession Number
DBCAT001114
Description

Inorganic compounds derived from hydrochloric acid that contain the Cl- ion.

Drugs
DrugDrug Description
Calcium chlorideAn ionic compound used for the treatment of hypocalcemia and hyperkalemia, and as an antidote to magnesium intoxication due to overdosage of magnesium sulfate.
Ammonium chlorideExpectorant in cough syrups. The ammonium ion (NH4+) in the body plays an important role in the maintenance of acid-base balance. The kidney uses ammonium (NH4+) in place of sodium...
Sodium chlorideAn ingredient found in a variety of nutritional products as a source of electrolytes and water.
Magnesium chlorideAn ionic compound and source of magnesium used for electrolyte replenishment and conditions associated with magnesium deficiencies.
Lithium chlorideAn injection indicated for cardiac output measurement.
Chloride ionNot Annotated
Potassium chlorideA potassium salt used to treat hypokalemia.
Aluminum chlorideIndicated for the control of minor hemorrhage during dental restorative procedures. Indicated to reduce underarm perspiration.
Mercuric chlorideMercury chloride (HgCl2) is a highly toxic compound that volatizes slightly at ordinary temperature and appreciably at 100 degrees C. It is corrosive to mucous membranes and used as a...
Mercuric amidochlorideNot Annotated
Drugs & Drug Targets
DrugTargetType
Calcium chlorideProtein S100-A13target
Potassium chlorideSolute carrier family 12 member 2target
Potassium chlorideSolute carrier family 12 member 1target
Potassium chlorideSolute carrier family 12 member 5target
Potassium chlorideSolute carrier family 12 member 6target
Potassium chlorideSolute carrier family 12 member 7target
Potassium chlorideSolute carrier family 12 member 4target
Potassium chlorideSolute carrier family 12 member 2transporter
Potassium chlorideSolute carrier family 12 member 1transporter
Potassium chlorideSolute carrier family 12 member 5transporter
Potassium chlorideSolute carrier family 12 member 6transporter
Potassium chlorideSolute carrier family 12 member 7transporter
Potassium chlorideSolute carrier family 12 member 4transporter
Aluminum chlorideGlutamate dehydrogenase 1, mitochondrialtarget