Ebselen
Ebselen
Ebselen (pronounced eb-se-len), also known as PZ 51 or DR 3305, is a synthetic, organoselenium compound with cytoprotective, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
Pronunciation
Ebselen is pronounced as "eb-se-len".
Etymology
The name "Ebselen" is derived from the elements of its chemical structure: Eb for the German word for selenium, Se for the chemical symbol of selenium, and len for the lenitive properties it possesses.
Definition
Ebselen is a small molecule with antioxidant properties. It mimics the activity of Glutathione peroxidase, an important enzyme that protects the body from oxidative damage. Ebselen has been studied for its potential use in various medical conditions, including bipolar disorder, stroke, and hearing loss.
Usage
Ebselen has been used in clinical trials for conditions such as bipolar disorder and stroke. It is also being studied for its potential use in preventing noise-induced hearing loss and in the treatment of COVID-19.
Related Terms
- Glutathione peroxidase: An enzyme that protects the body from oxidative damage.
- Bipolar disorder: A mental disorder characterized by periods of depression and periods of elevated mood.
- Stroke: A medical condition in which poor blood flow to the brain results in cell death.
- Hearing loss: A partial or total inability to hear.
- COVID-19: An infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ebselen
- Wikipedia's article - Ebselen
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