Tag: Chemical synthesis

In 2023, guaifenesin was the 291st most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with over half a million prescriptions [1.7.6]. This article explains **what is guaifenesin made out of**, from its natural origins to modern chemical synthesis.

Despite a common misconception, Panadol's active ingredient, paracetamol (acetaminophen), is not made from a plant [1.3.3]. Traditionally, this widely used pain reliever has been synthesized from derivatives of coal tar or petroleum since its introduction in the early 1900s [1.2.1, 1.2.3, 1.4.3].

Betahistine is a histamine analogue drug prescribed for Meniere's disease in over 80 countries worldwide [1.6.2]. This article provides a high-level scientific overview of the chemical processes explaining how to make betahistine in a regulated laboratory setting.