Fursultiamine
Fursultiamine
Fursultiamine (pronounced fur-sul-ti-a-mine) is a derivative of thiamine (vitamin B1) that is used to treat thiamine deficiency and conditions related to it.
Etymology
The term "Fursultiamine" is derived from the words "furfuryl", "thiamine", and "disulfide". "Furfuryl" refers to the organic compound used in its synthesis, "thiamine" is the vitamin it is derived from, and "disulfide" refers to the type of bond that holds the molecule together.
Usage
Fursultiamine is used to treat conditions related to thiamine deficiency, such as beriberi, Wernicke's encephalopathy, and Korsakoff's syndrome. It is also used to treat alcoholism, cirrhosis, and hepatitis.
Mechanism of Action
Fursultiamine works by increasing the levels of thiamine and thiamine phosphate esters in the body. It is more lipophilic than thiamine and therefore is more easily absorbed by the body.
Related Terms
- Thiamine: A vitamin that is essential for the body to convert carbohydrates into energy. It is also important for the function of the heart, muscles, and nervous system.
- Beriberi: A disease caused by a deficiency of thiamine, causing weakness, weight loss, and sometimes heart failure.
- Wernicke's encephalopathy: A neurological disorder caused by thiamine deficiency, characterized by confusion, coordination problems, and eye abnormalities.
- Korsakoff's syndrome: A chronic memory disorder caused by severe deficiency of thiamine, most commonly due to alcohol misuse.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fursultiamine
- Wikipedia's article - Fursultiamine
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